Kusumtota - Bangiriposi, Mayurbhanj
Kusumtota is a village situated in the Bangiriposi tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bangiriposi and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Chakidi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kusumtota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kusumtota is 389616. The village covers a total geographical area of 86 hectares and falls under the 757032 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Kusumtota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saraskana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kusumtota
According to the 2011 Census, Kusumtota village had a total population of 87 people, including 46 males and 41 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 891 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 25.35%, with male literacy at 42.42% and female literacy at 10.53%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 87.
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 | 87 | 46 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 13 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 87 | 46 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 18 | 14 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 32 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Kusumtota
Kusumtota 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 Kusumtota
Public transport in the Kusumtota is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Baripada to Kusumtota is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Kusumtota is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kusumtota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kusumtota 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kusumtota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kusumtota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kusumtota
Where is Kusumtota located?
Kusumtota village is located in Bangiriposi Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kusumtota?
The Gram Panchayat of Kusumtota is Chakidi.
What is the pincode of Kusumtota?
The pincode of Kusumtota is 757032.
What is the population of Kusumtota?
Kusumtota had a total population of 87, including 46 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Kusumtota?
Kusumtota had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kusumtota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kusumtota was 25.35%. Male literacy was 42.42% and female literacy was 10.53%.