Kusuma

Kusuma is a village located in Pottangi tehsil of Koraput district in Odisha, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Pottangi (tehsildar office) and 68km away from district headquarter Koraput. As per 2009 stats, Pukali is the gram panchayat of Kusuma village.

Kusuma has its own place in the vibrant Koraput region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kusuma

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kusuma is 430079. The village spans a total geographical area of 162 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764039. Jeypur is nearest town to Kusuma village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 41km away.

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Population of Kusuma

Below is a concise population overview of Kusuma as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 584 283 301
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 80 46 34
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 93 45 48
Literate Population 134 83 51
Illiterate Population 450 200 250

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kusuma village:

  • The total population of Kusuma village is around 584, including approximately 283 males and 301 females, with a sex ratio of 1063 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 80 children aged 0–6 years in Kusuma village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kusuma village has 93 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kusuma village is about 22.95%, with male literacy at 29.33% and female literacy at 16.94%.
  • There are around 133 households in Kusuma village.

Connectivity of Kusuma

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kusuma. As per the 2011 stats, Kusuma had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kusuma

Knowing the nearby villages of Kusuma helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kusuma.

Dalapatiguda Bailiguda Chandaka Baraja Pukali Sadam Renu Nondaka Sambai Pondoi Moksapondei

Frequently Asked Questions about Kusuma

Where is Kusuma located?
Kusuma village is situated in Pottangi Tehsil, within the Koraput district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kusuma?
The Gram Panchayat of Kusuma is Pukali (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kusuma?
The pincode of Kusuma is 764039, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kusuma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kusuma is 584, with 283 males and 301 females.
How many households are there in Kusuma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kusuma village has a total of 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kusuma as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kusuma is 22.95%. The male literacy rate is 29.33%, while the female literacy rate is 16.94%.