Kusipanga - Daringbadi, Kandhamal
Kusipanga is a village situated in the Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Daringbadi and around 141 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Siangbali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kusipanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kusipanga is 417434. The village covers a total geographical area of 351 hectares and falls under the 762104 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Kusipanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kusipanga
According to the 2011 Census, Kusipanga village had a total population of 652 people, including 313 males and 339 females, living in 125 households. The sex ratio was 1,083 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.94%, with male literacy at 69.78% and female literacy at 42.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 584.
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 | 652 | 313 | 339 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 45 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 7 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 584 | 287 | 297 |
| Literate Population | 306 | 187 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 346 | 126 | 220 |
Nearby Villages of Kusipanga
Kusipanga 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 Kusipanga
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kusipanga.
| 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 Surada to Kusipanga is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kusipanga is about 141 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kusipanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kusipanga 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 Kusipanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kusipanga 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 Kusipanga
Where is Kusipanga located?
Kusipanga village is located in Daringbadi Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kusipanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Kusipanga is Siangbali.
What is the pincode of Kusipanga?
The pincode of Kusipanga is 762104.
What is the population of Kusipanga?
Kusipanga had a total population of 652, including 313 males and 339 females.
How many households are there in Kusipanga?
Kusipanga had 125 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kusipanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kusipanga was 55.94%. Male literacy was 69.78% and female literacy was 42.65%.