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
According to the 2011 Census, Kusumpadar village had a total population of 333 people, including 156 males and 177 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 1,135 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 19.26%, with male literacy at 24.63% and female literacy at 14.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 62, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 220.
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 | 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 had a total population of 333, including 156 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Kusumpadar?
Kusumpadar had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kusumpadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kusumpadar was 19.26%. Male literacy was 24.63% and female literacy was 14.81%.