Kapukusa - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Kapukusa is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 47 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Khamankhol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kapukusa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kapukusa is 416504. The village covers a total geographical area of 39 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Kapukusa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kapukusa
According to the 2011 Census, Kapukusa village had a total population of 56 people, including 29 males and 27 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.12%, with male literacy at 70.00% and female literacy at 60.87%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 56.
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 | 56 | 29 | 27 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 9 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 56 | 29 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 15 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Kapukusa
Kapukusa 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 Kapukusa
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kapukusa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Sonapur to Kapukusa is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kapukusa is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kapukusa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kapukusa 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 Kapukusa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kapukusa 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 Kapukusa
Where is Kapukusa located?
Kapukusa village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kapukusa?
The Gram Panchayat of Kapukusa is Khamankhol.
What is the pincode of Kapukusa?
The pincode of Kapukusa is 762110.
What is the population of Kapukusa?
Kapukusa had a total population of 56, including 29 males and 27 females.
How many households are there in Kapukusa?
Kapukusa had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kapukusa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kapukusa was 65.12%. Male literacy was 70.00% and female literacy was 60.87%.