Ushamaska - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Ushamaska is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Gunpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ushamaska village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ushamaska is 424301. The village falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Ushamaska village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ushamaska
According to the 2011 Census, Ushamaska village had a total population of 206 people, including 97 males and 109 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 1,124 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.55%, with male literacy at 64.47% and female literacy at 46.07%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 201.
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 | 206 | 97 | 109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 21 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 201 | 95 | 106 |
| Literate Population | 90 | 49 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 48 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Ushamaska
Ushamaska 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 Ushamaska
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Ushamaska.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bhawanipatna to Ushamaska is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ushamaska
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ushamaska village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ushamaska
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ushamaska 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 Ushamaska
Where is Ushamaska located?
Ushamaska village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ushamaska?
The Gram Panchayat of Ushamaska is Gunpur.
What is the pincode of Ushamaska?
The pincode of Ushamaska is 766037.
What is the population of Ushamaska?
Ushamaska had a total population of 206, including 97 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Ushamaska?
Ushamaska had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ushamaska?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ushamaska was 54.55%. Male literacy was 64.47% and female literacy was 46.07%.