Usurumaha - Kotagarh, Kandhamal
Usurumaha is a village situated in the Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagarh and around 163 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sartulu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Usurumaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Usurumaha is 417148. The village covers a total geographical area of 244 hectares and falls under the 762105 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 138 km away.
Usurumaha 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 Usurumaha
According to the 2011 Census, Usurumaha village had a total population of 414 people, including 186 males and 228 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 1,226 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.25%, with male literacy at 59.85% and female literacy at 33.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 272.
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 | 414 | 186 | 228 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 49 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 272 | 117 | 155 |
| Literate Population | 138 | 82 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 276 | 104 | 172 |
Nearby Villages of Usurumaha
Usurumaha 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 Usurumaha
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Usurumaha.
| 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 Rayagada to Usurumaha is about 138 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Usurumaha is about 163 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Usurumaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Usurumaha 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 Usurumaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Usurumaha 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 Usurumaha
Where is Usurumaha located?
Usurumaha village is located in Kotagarh Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Usurumaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Usurumaha is Sartulu.
What is the pincode of Usurumaha?
The pincode of Usurumaha is 762105.
What is the population of Usurumaha?
Usurumaha had a total population of 414, including 186 males and 228 females.
How many households are there in Usurumaha?
Usurumaha had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Usurumaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Usurumaha was 45.25%. Male literacy was 59.85% and female literacy was 33.33%.