Kusada - Betnoti, Mayurbhanj
Kusada is a village situated in the Betnoti tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Baisinga and around 40 km from Baripada. Santara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kusada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kusada is 390294. The village covers a total geographical area of 67 hectares and falls under the 757032 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Kusada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badasahi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kusada
According to the 2011 Census, Kusada village had a total population of 389 people, including 201 males and 188 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.49%, with male literacy at 78.86% and female literacy at 69.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 63.
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 | 389 | 201 | 188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 26 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 27 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 254 | 138 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 63 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Kusada
Kusada 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 Kusada
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Kusada. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Kusada.
| 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 <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baleshwar to Kusada is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Kusada is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kusada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kusada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kusada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kusada 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kusada
Where is Kusada located?
Kusada village is located in Betnoti Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kusada?
The Gram Panchayat of Kusada is Santara.
What is the pincode of Kusada?
The pincode of Kusada is 757032.
What is the population of Kusada?
Kusada had a total population of 389, including 201 males and 188 females.
How many households are there in Kusada?
Kusada had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kusada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kusada was 74.49%. Male literacy was 78.86% and female literacy was 69.88%.