Kusumunda - Tumudibandha, Kandhamal
Kusumunda is a village situated in the Tumudibandha tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 27 km from Belaghar and around 147 km from Phulbani. Belaghar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kusumunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kusumunda is 417075. The village covers a total geographical area of 31 hectares and falls under the 762107 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 94 km away.
Kusumunda 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 Kusumunda
According to the 2011 Census, Kusumunda village had a total population of 62 people, including 25 males and 37 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 1,480 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 26.53%, with male literacy at 45.00% and female literacy at 13.79%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 42.
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 | 62 | 25 | 37 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 15 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 13 | 9 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 16 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Kusumunda
Kusumunda 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 Kusumunda
Kusumunda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Kusumunda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Kusumunda is about 94 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kusumunda is about 147 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kusumunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kusumunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kusumunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kusumunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kusumunda
Where is Kusumunda located?
Kusumunda village is located in Tumudibandha Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kusumunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kusumunda is Belaghar.
What is the pincode of Kusumunda?
The pincode of Kusumunda is 762107.
What is the population of Kusumunda?
Kusumunda had a total population of 62, including 25 males and 37 females.
How many households are there in Kusumunda?
Kusumunda had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kusumunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kusumunda was 26.53%. Male literacy was 45.00% and female literacy was 13.79%.