Kusunpur - Derabish, Kendrapara
Kusunpur is a village situated in the Derabish tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Derabish and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Endar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kusunpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kusunpur is 396625. The village covers a total geographical area of 15 hectares and falls under the 754207 pincode. Kendrapara is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kusunpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patkura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kusunpur
According to the 2011 Census, Kusunpur village had a total population of 685 people, including 365 males and 320 females, living in 169 households. The sex ratio was 877 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.54%, with male literacy at 92.59% and female literacy at 81.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 158.
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 | 685 | 365 | 320 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 41 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 158 | 86 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 541 | 300 | 241 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 65 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Kusunpur
Kusunpur 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 Kusunpur
Kusunpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kendrapara to Kusunpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Kusunpur 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 Kusunpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kusunpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kusunpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kusunpur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kusunpur
Where is Kusunpur located?
Kusunpur village is located in Derabish Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kusunpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kusunpur is Endar.
What is the pincode of Kusunpur?
The pincode of Kusunpur is 754207.
What is the population of Kusunpur?
Kusunpur had a total population of 685, including 365 males and 320 females.
How many households are there in Kusunpur?
Kusunpur had 169 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kusunpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kusunpur was 87.54%. Male literacy was 92.59% and female literacy was 81.97%.