Kusumpadar - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Kusumpadar is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Kanabai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kusumpadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kusumpadar is 425459. The village covers a total geographical area of 284 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Kusumpadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kusumpadar
As per Census 2011, Kusumpadar village has a total population of 333 people, consisting of 156 males and 177 females. The village has 79 households and a sex ratio of 1,134 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 57 literate and 276 illiterate residents. Additionally, 62 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 220 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kusumpadar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 333 | 156 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 22 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 31 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 220 | 107 | 113 |
| Literate Population | 57 | 33 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 276 | 123 | 153 |
Nearby Villages of Kusumpadar
Kusumpadar 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 Kusumpadar
Public transport in the Kusumpadar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gunupur to Kusumpadar is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Kusumpadar is about 30 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 Kusumpadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kusumpadar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kusumpadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kusumpadar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kusumpadar
Where is Kusumpadar located?
Kusumpadar village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kusumpadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kusumpadar is Kanabai.
What is the pincode of Kusumpadar?
The pincode of Kusumpadar is 765019.
What is the population of Kusumpadar?
Kusumpadar has a total population of 333, including 156 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Kusumpadar?
There are 79 households in Kusumpadar.
What is the literacy rate in Kusumpadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kusumpadar is 17.12%. Male literacy is 21.15% and female literacy is 13.56%.