Kusumi - Kotpad, Koraput
Kusumi is a village situated in the Kotpad tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotpad and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Gumuda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kusumi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kusumi is 428096. The village covers a total geographical area of 70 hectares and falls under the 764058 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Kusumi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kotpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kusumi
As per Census 2011, Kusumi village has a total population of 431 people, consisting of 215 males and 216 females. The village has 107 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 96 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 73 literate and 358 illiterate residents. Additionally, 52 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 368 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kusumi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 431 | 215 | 216 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 48 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 25 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 368 | 184 | 184 |
| Literate Population | 73 | 54 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 358 | 161 | 197 |
Nearby Villages of Kusumi
Kusumi 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 Kusumi
Kusumi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kusumi.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Kusumi is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Kusumi is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kusumi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kusumi 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 Kusumi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kusumi 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kusumi
Where is Kusumi located?
Kusumi village is located in Kotpad Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kusumi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kusumi is Gumuda.
What is the pincode of Kusumi?
The pincode of Kusumi is 764058.
What is the population of Kusumi?
Kusumi has a total population of 431, including 215 males and 216 females.
How many households are there in Kusumi?
There are 107 households in Kusumi.
What is the literacy rate in Kusumi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kusumi is 16.94%. Male literacy is 25.12% and female literacy is 8.80%.