Kusumput - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Kusumput is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Jodamba and around 166 km from Malkangiri . Jodamba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kusumput village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kusumput is 430817. The village covers a total geographical area of 93 hectares and falls under the 764052 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 15 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 Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kusumput
According to the 2011 Census, Kusumput village had a total population of 27 people, including 13 males and 14 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 1,077 females per 1,000 males. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 27.
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 | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 13 | 14 |
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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balimela to Kusumput is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Kusumput is about 166 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 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 1-2 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 Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kusumput?
The Gram Panchayat of Kusumput is Jodamba.
What is the pincode of Kusumput?
The pincode of Kusumput is 764052.
What is the population of Kusumput?
Kusumput had a total population of 27, including 13 males and 14 females.
How many households are there in Kusumput?
Kusumput had 9 households.