Kusupur - Brahmagiri, Puri
Kusupur is a village situated in the Brahmagiri tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Brahmagiri and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Bentapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kusupur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kusupur is 410003. The village covers a total geographical area of 108 hectares and falls under the 752011 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kusupur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bramhagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kusupur
According to the 2011 Census, Kusupur village had a total population of 857 people, including 445 males and 412 females, living in 167 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.04%, with male literacy at 90.45% and female literacy at 66.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 389.
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 | 857 | 445 | 412 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 47 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 389 | 206 | 183 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 611 | 360 | 251 |
| Illiterate Population | 246 | 85 | 161 |
Nearby Villages of Kusupur
Kusupur 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 Kusupur
Kusupur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kusupur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puri to Kusupur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Kusupur is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kusupur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kusupur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kusupur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kusupur 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kusupur
Where is Kusupur located?
Kusupur village is located in Brahmagiri Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kusupur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kusupur is Bentapur.
What is the pincode of Kusupur?
The pincode of Kusupur is 752011.
What is the population of Kusupur?
Kusupur had a total population of 857, including 445 males and 412 females.
How many households are there in Kusupur?
Kusupur had 167 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kusupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kusupur was 79.04%. Male literacy was 90.45% and female literacy was 66.93%.