Kusumput - Bandhugaon, Koraput
Kusumput is a village situated in the Bandhugaon tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bandhugaon and around 119 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Kumbhariput serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kusumput village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kusumput is 428739. The village covers a total geographical area of 16 hectares and falls under the 764027 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Kusumput village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kusumput
According to the 2011 Census, Kusumput village had a total population of 66 people, including 33 males and 33 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 33.33%, with male literacy at 48.15% and female literacy at 16.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 66.
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 | 66 | 33 | 33 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 66 | 33 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 17 | 13 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 20 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Kusumput
Kusumput 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 Kusumput
Kusumput is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Koraput to Kusumput is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Kusumput is about 119 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kusumput
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kusumput village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kusumput
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kusumput 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kusumput
Where is Kusumput located?
Kusumput village is located in Bandhugaon Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kusumput?
The Gram Panchayat of Kusumput is Kumbhariput.
What is the pincode of Kusumput?
The pincode of Kusumput is 764027.
What is the population of Kusumput?
Kusumput had a total population of 66, including 33 males and 33 females.
How many households are there in Kusumput?
Kusumput had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kusumput?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kusumput was 33.33%. Male literacy was 48.15% and female literacy was 16.67%.