Kusapatta - Purushottampur, Ganjam
Kusapatta is a village situated in the Purushottampur tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Purusottampur and around 40 km from Chatrapur. Samma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kusapatta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kusapatta is 412183. The village covers a total geographical area of 17 hectares and falls under the 761018 pincode. Purusottampur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kusapatta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kabisuryangar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kusapatta
According to the 2011 Census, Kusapatta village had a total population of 267 people, including 137 males and 130 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.86%, with male literacy at 76.23% and female literacy at 46.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 145.
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 | 267 | 137 | 130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 145 | 71 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 146 | 93 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 44 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Kusapatta
Kusapatta 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 Kusapatta
Kusapatta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purusottampur to Kusapatta is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Kusapatta is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kusapatta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kusapatta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Kusapatta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kusapatta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kusapatta
Where is Kusapatta located?
Kusapatta village is located in Purushottampur Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kusapatta?
The Gram Panchayat of Kusapatta is Samma.
What is the pincode of Kusapatta?
The pincode of Kusapatta is 761018.
What is the population of Kusapatta?
Kusapatta had a total population of 267, including 137 males and 130 females.
How many households are there in Kusapatta?
Kusapatta had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kusapatta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kusapatta was 61.86%. Male literacy was 76.23% and female literacy was 46.49%.