Kusumkhol - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Kusumkhol is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuripada and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sudreju serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kusumkhol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kusumkhol is 415575. The village covers a total geographical area of 50 hectares and falls under the 762012 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kusumkhol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kusumkhol
According to the 2011 Census, Kusumkhol village had a total population of 69 people, including 37 males and 32 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 865 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.09%, with male literacy at 73.33% and female literacy at 64.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 69.
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 | 69 | 37 | 32 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 69 | 37 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 38 | 22 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 15 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Kusumkhol
Kusumkhol 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 Kusumkhol
Kusumkhol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Kusumkhol is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kusumkhol is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kusumkhol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kusumkhol 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kusumkhol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kusumkhol 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kusumkhol
Where is Kusumkhol located?
Kusumkhol village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kusumkhol?
The Gram Panchayat of Kusumkhol is Sudreju.
What is the pincode of Kusumkhol?
The pincode of Kusumkhol is 762012.
What is the population of Kusumkhol?
Kusumkhol had a total population of 69, including 37 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Kusumkhol?
Kusumkhol had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kusumkhol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kusumkhol was 69.09%. Male literacy was 73.33% and female literacy was 64.00%.