Kushapalli - Sanakhemundi, Ganjam
Kushapalli is a village situated in the Sanakhemundi tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Patapur and around 72 km from Chatrapur. Patiguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kushapalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kushapalli is 412480. The village covers a total geographical area of 32 hectares and falls under the 761014 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Kushapalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sanakhemundi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kushapalli
As per Census 2011, Kushapalli village has a total population of 194 people, consisting of 116 males and 78 females. The village has 45 households and a sex ratio of 672 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 53 literate and 141 illiterate residents. Additionally, 80 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 114 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kushapalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 194 | 116 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 22 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 48 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 114 | 68 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 53 | 37 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 79 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Kushapalli
Kushapalli 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 Kushapalli
Kushapalli 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digapahandi to Kushapalli is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Kushapalli is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kushapalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kushapalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kushapalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kushapalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kushapalli
Where is Kushapalli located?
Kushapalli village is located in Sanakhemundi Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kushapalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Kushapalli is Patiguda.
What is the pincode of Kushapalli?
The pincode of Kushapalli is 761014.
What is the population of Kushapalli?
Kushapalli has a total population of 194, including 116 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Kushapalli?
There are 45 households in Kushapalli.
What is the literacy rate in Kushapalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kushapalli is 27.32%. Male literacy is 31.90% and female literacy is 20.51%.