Kakudi Kusang - Pipili, Puri
Kakudi Kusang is a village situated in the Pipili tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pipili and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Laxminarayanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kakudi Kusang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kakudi Kusang is 408701. The village covers a total geographical area of 189 hectares and falls under the 752104 pincode. Pipili is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Kakudi Kusang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pipili Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kakudi Kusang
As per Census 2011, Kakudi Kusang village has a total population of 774 people, consisting of 382 males and 392 females. The village has 170 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 75 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 597 literate and 177 illiterate residents. Additionally, 226 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kakudi Kusang are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 774 | 382 | 392 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 42 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 226 | 108 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 597 | 313 | 284 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 69 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Kakudi Kusang
Kakudi Kusang is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bilipada | West | 1.34 km |
| Bhairpur | East | 2.21 km |
| Harianta | West | 2.35 km |
| Kunjar | West | 2.43 km |
| Jhintisasan | North-East | 2.53 km |
| Lohapur | South-West | 2.53 km |
| Biswal Pada | South | 2.64 km |
| Malikabad | South-West | 2.73 km |
| Somana Padhan | South | 2.98 km |
| Govindapur | West | 3.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kakudi Kusang
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kakudi Kusang. The nearest railway station is Lingaraj Temple Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 10.4 km.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pipili to Kakudi Kusang is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Kakudi Kusang 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 Kakudi Kusang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kakudi Kusang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kakudi Kusang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kakudi Kusang 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 Kakudi Kusang
Where is Kakudi Kusang located?
Kakudi Kusang village is located in Pipili Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kakudi Kusang?
The Gram Panchayat of Kakudi Kusang is Laxminarayanpur.
What is the pincode of Kakudi Kusang?
The pincode of Kakudi Kusang is 752104.
What is the population of Kakudi Kusang?
Kakudi Kusang has a total population of 774, including 382 males and 392 females.
How many households are there in Kakudi Kusang?
There are 170 households in Kakudi Kusang.
What is the literacy rate in Kakudi Kusang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kakudi Kusang is 77.13%. Male literacy is 81.94% and female literacy is 72.45%.