Kusumbara - Junagarh, Kalahandi
Kusumbara is a village situated in the Junagarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Junagarh and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Dedarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kusumbara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kusumbara is 423767. The village covers a total geographical area of 157 hectares and falls under the 766014 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Kusumbara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Junagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kusumbara
According to the 2011 Census, Kusumbara village had a total population of 72 people, including 40 males and 32 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 800 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 30.65%, with male literacy at 34.29% and female literacy at 25.93%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 72.
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 | 72 | 40 | 32 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 72 | 40 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 28 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Kusumbara
Kusumbara 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 Kusumbara
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kusumbara.
| 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 Junagarh to Kusumbara is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Kusumbara is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kusumbara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kusumbara 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kusumbara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kusumbara 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Kusumbara
Where is Kusumbara located?
Kusumbara village is located in Junagarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kusumbara?
The Gram Panchayat of Kusumbara is Dedarh.
What is the pincode of Kusumbara?
The pincode of Kusumbara is 766014.
What is the population of Kusumbara?
Kusumbara had a total population of 72, including 40 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Kusumbara?
Kusumbara had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kusumbara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kusumbara was 30.65%. Male literacy was 34.29% and female literacy was 25.93%.