Kusapalli - Polasara, Ganjam
Kusapalli is a village situated in the Polasara tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 86 km from the tehsil headquarters in Polasara and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Pandiripada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kusapalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kusapalli is 411546. The village covers a total geographical area of 47 hectares and falls under the 761105 pincode. Polasara is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Kusapalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Polasara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kusapalli
According to the 2011 Census, Kusapalli village had a total population of 124 people, including 65 males and 59 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.20%, with male literacy at 53.57% and female literacy at 30.19%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 118.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 124 | 65 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 118 | 62 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 46 | 30 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 78 | 35 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Kusapalli
Kusapalli is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kusapalli
Kusapalli is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Polasara to Kusapalli is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Kusapalli is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kusapalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kusapalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kusapalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kusapalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kusapalli
Where is Kusapalli located?
Kusapalli village is located in Polasara Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kusapalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Kusapalli is Pandiripada.
What is the pincode of Kusapalli?
The pincode of Kusapalli is 761105.
What is the population of Kusapalli?
Kusapalli had a total population of 124, including 65 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Kusapalli?
Kusapalli had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kusapalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kusapalli was 42.20%. Male literacy was 53.57% and female literacy was 30.19%.