Pusangia - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Pusangia is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Battaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pusangia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pusangia is 416732. The village covers a total geographical area of 327 hectares and falls under the 762109 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 95 km away.
Pusangia 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 Pusangia
According to the 2011 Census, Pusangia village had a total population of 744 people, including 364 males and 380 females, living in 165 households. The sex ratio was 1,044 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.59%, with male literacy at 71.80% and female literacy at 41.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 62, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 123.
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 | 744 | 364 | 380 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 59 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 28 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 123 | 60 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 358 | 219 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 386 | 145 | 241 |
Nearby Villages of Pusangia
Pusangia 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 Pusangia
Public transport in the Pusangia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Pusangia is about 95 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Pusangia is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pusangia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pusangia 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pusangia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pusangia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pusangia
Where is Pusangia located?
Pusangia village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pusangia?
The Gram Panchayat of Pusangia is Battaguda.
What is the pincode of Pusangia?
The pincode of Pusangia is 762109.
What is the population of Pusangia?
Pusangia had a total population of 744, including 364 males and 380 females.
How many households are there in Pusangia?
Pusangia had 165 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pusangia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pusangia was 55.59%. Male literacy was 71.80% and female literacy was 41.00%.