Kusupur - Balikuda, Jagatsinghapur
Kusupur is a village situated in the Balikuda tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balikuda and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Kusupur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kusupur is 398407. The village covers a total geographical area of 1351 hectares and falls under the 754119 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Kusupur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balikuda-ersama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kusupur
As per Census 2011, Kusupur village has a total population of 2,184 people, consisting of 1,136 males and 1,048 females. The village has 474 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 248 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,477 literate and 707 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 45 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kusupur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,184 | 1,136 | 1,048 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 248 | 124 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 20 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 1,477 | 857 | 620 |
| Illiterate Population | 707 | 279 | 428 |
Nearby Villages of Kusupur
Kusupur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Nadiakhia | South | 2.43 km |
| Baradia | West | 3.12 km |
| Bagheipur | South-West | 3.37 km |
| Harispurgarh | North-East | 3.70 km |
| Tentulibelari | North-West | 3.94 km |
| Salio | North | 4.28 km |
| Khadikadanda | West | 4.65 km |
| Keupada | North-West | 4.72 km |
| Goda | North | 5.04 km |
| Barabatia | South-West | 5.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kusupur
Kusupur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Nimkana, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Jagatsinghapur to Kusupur is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kusupur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kusupur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kusupur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kusupur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kusupur
Where is Kusupur located?
Kusupur village is located in Balikuda Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kusupur?
Kusupur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kusupur?
The pincode of Kusupur is 754119.
What is the population of Kusupur?
Kusupur has a total population of 2,184, including 1,136 males and 1,048 females.
How many households are there in Kusupur?
There are 474 households in Kusupur.
What is the literacy rate in Kusupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kusupur is 67.63%. Male literacy is 75.44% and female literacy is 59.16%.