Kusum Khunti - Kokasara, Kalahandi
Kusum Khunti is a village situated in the Kokasara tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kokasara and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Moter serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kusum Khunti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kusum Khunti is 424025. The village covers a total geographical area of 455 hectares and falls under the 766019 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Kusum Khunti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharmgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kusum Khunti
According to the 2011 Census, Kusum Khunti village had a total population of 1,546 people, including 786 males and 760 females, living in 408 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.94%, with male literacy at 80.09% and female literacy at 49.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 317, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 168.
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 | 1,546 | 786 | 760 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 237 | 128 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 317 | 163 | 154 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 168 | 78 | 90 |
| Literate Population | 850 | 527 | 323 |
| Illiterate Population | 696 | 259 | 437 |
Nearby Villages of Kusum Khunti
Kusum Khunti 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 Kusum Khunti
Kusum Khunti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Junagarh to Kusum Khunti is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Kusum Khunti is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kusum Khunti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kusum Khunti 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 Kusum Khunti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kusum Khunti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kusum Khunti
Where is Kusum Khunti located?
Kusum Khunti village is located in Kokasara Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kusum Khunti?
The Gram Panchayat of Kusum Khunti is Moter.
What is the pincode of Kusum Khunti?
The pincode of Kusum Khunti is 766019.
What is the population of Kusum Khunti?
Kusum Khunti had a total population of 1,546, including 786 males and 760 females.
How many households are there in Kusum Khunti?
Kusum Khunti had 408 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kusum Khunti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kusum Khunti was 64.94%. Male literacy was 80.09% and female literacy was 49.62%.