Kusmel - Lakhanpur, Jharsuguda
Kusmel is a village situated in the Lakhanpur tehsil of Jharsuguda district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from Rengali and around 82 km from Jharsuguda. Badimal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kusmel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kusmel is 380985. The village covers a total geographical area of 100 hectares and falls under the 768226 pincode. Belpahar is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Kusmel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Brajarajnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kusmel
According to the 2011 Census, Kusmel village had a total population of 734 people, including 381 males and 353 females, living in 152 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.85%, with male literacy at 83.38% and female literacy at 65.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 253, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 49.
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 | 734 | 381 | 353 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 38 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 253 | 130 | 123 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 49 | 25 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 497 | 286 | 211 |
| Illiterate Population | 237 | 95 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Kusmel
Kusmel 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 Kusmel
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Kusmel. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kusmel.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Belpahar to Kusmel is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jharsuguda to Kusmel is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kusmel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kusmel 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kusmel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kusmel 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 Kusmel
Where is Kusmel located?
Kusmel village is located in Lakhanpur Tehsil, Jharsuguda district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kusmel?
The Gram Panchayat of Kusmel is Badimal.
What is the pincode of Kusmel?
The pincode of Kusmel is 768226.
What is the population of Kusmel?
Kusmel had a total population of 734, including 381 males and 353 females.
How many households are there in Kusmel?
Kusmel had 152 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kusmel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kusmel was 74.85%. Male literacy was 83.38% and female literacy was 65.73%.