Kusunpur - Rajnagar, Kendrapara
Kusunpur is a village situated in the Rajnagar tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajnagar and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Chandibaunsmul serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kusunpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kusunpur is 395853. The village covers a total geographical area of 49 hectares and falls under the 754225 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 25 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 Rajanagar 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 365 people, including 188 males and 177 females, living in 82 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.65%, with male literacy at 95.81% and female literacy at 78.98%.
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 | 365 | 188 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 21 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 284 | 160 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 28 | 53 |
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. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Kusunpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pattamundai to Kusunpur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Kusunpur is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kusunpur
Where is Kusunpur located?
Kusunpur village is located in Rajnagar Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kusunpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kusunpur is Chandibaunsmul.
What is the pincode of Kusunpur?
The pincode of Kusunpur is 754225.
What is the population of Kusunpur?
Kusunpur had a total population of 365, including 188 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Kusunpur?
Kusunpur had 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kusunpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kusunpur was 87.65%. Male literacy was 95.81% and female literacy was 78.98%.