Kusumi - Jharigan, Nabarangpur
Kusumi is a village situated in the Jharigan tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from Jharigan and around 77 km from Nabarangapur . Gurusingha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kusumi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kusumi is 427516. The village covers a total geographical area of 599 hectares and falls under the 764076 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Kusumi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jharigam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kusumi
As per Census 2011, Kusumi village has a total population of 2,006 people, consisting of 982 males and 1,024 females. The village has 487 households and a sex ratio of 1,042 females per 1,000 males. There are 362 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 562 literate and 1,444 illiterate residents. Additionally, 292 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,217 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kusumi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,006 | 982 | 1,024 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 362 | 178 | 184 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 292 | 139 | 153 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,217 | 593 | 624 |
| Literate Population | 562 | 375 | 187 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,444 | 607 | 837 |
Nearby Villages of Kusumi
Kusumi 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 Kusumi
Public transport in the Kusumi is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Umarkote to Kusumi is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Kusumi is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kusumi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kusumi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kusumi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kusumi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kusumi
Where is Kusumi located?
Kusumi village is located in Jharigan Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kusumi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kusumi is Gurusingha.
What is the pincode of Kusumi?
The pincode of Kusumi is 764076.
What is the population of Kusumi?
Kusumi has a total population of 2,006, including 982 males and 1,024 females.
How many households are there in Kusumi?
There are 487 households in Kusumi.
What is the literacy rate in Kusumi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kusumi is 28.02%. Male literacy is 38.19% and female literacy is 18.26%.