Kushanapaly - Motu, Malkangiri
Kushanapaly is a village situated in the Motu tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 90 km from the tehsil headquarters in Motu and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Pusuguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kushanapaly village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kushanapaly is 431188. The village covers a total geographical area of 140 hectares and falls under the 764086 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 113 km away.
Kushanapaly village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malkangiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kushanapaly
According to the 2011 Census, Kushanapaly village had a total population of 354 people, including 182 males and 172 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 22.65%, with male literacy at 30.43% and female literacy at 15.44%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 354.
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 | 354 | 182 | 172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 44 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 354 | 182 | 172 |
| Literate Population | 65 | 42 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 289 | 140 | 149 |
Transport and Connectivity of Kushanapaly
Kushanapaly is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malkangiri to Kushanapaly is about 113 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Kushanapaly is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kushanapaly
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kushanapaly 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kushanapaly
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kushanapaly village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kushanapaly
Where is Kushanapaly located?
Kushanapaly village is located in Motu Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kushanapaly?
The Gram Panchayat of Kushanapaly is Pusuguda.
What is the pincode of Kushanapaly?
The pincode of Kushanapaly is 764086.
What is the population of Kushanapaly?
Kushanapaly had a total population of 354, including 182 males and 172 females.
How many households are there in Kushanapaly?
Kushanapaly had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kushanapaly?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kushanapaly was 22.65%. Male literacy was 30.43% and female literacy was 15.44%.