Kusumada - Khandapada, Nayagarh
Kusumada is a village situated in the Khandapada tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khandapada and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Balabhadraprasad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kusumada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kusumada is 405978. The village covers a total geographical area of 86 hectares and falls under the 752077 pincode. Khandapada is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Kusumada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khandapada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuttack Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kusumada
As per Census 2011, Kusumada village has a total population of 70 people, consisting of 37 males and 33 females. The village has 21 households and a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males. There are 8 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 28 literate and 42 illiterate residents. Additionally, 46 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kusumada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 70 | 37 | 33 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 23 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 22 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Kusumada
Kusumada 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 Kusumada
Kusumada 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 | 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 Khandapada to Kusumada is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nayagarh to Kusumada is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kusumada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kusumada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Kusumada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kusumada 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kusumada
Where is Kusumada located?
Kusumada village is located in Khandapada Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kusumada?
The Gram Panchayat of Kusumada is Balabhadraprasad.
What is the pincode of Kusumada?
The pincode of Kusumada is 752077.
What is the population of Kusumada?
Kusumada has a total population of 70, including 37 males and 33 females.
How many households are there in Kusumada?
There are 21 households in Kusumada.
What is the literacy rate in Kusumada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kusumada is 40.00%. Male literacy is 40.54% and female literacy is 39.39%.