Kusumaguda - Gunupur, Rayagada
Kusumaguda is a village situated in the Gunupur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gunupur and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Gothalapadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kusumaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kusumaguda is 426803. The village covers a total geographical area of 129 hectares and falls under the 765029 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Kusumaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kusumaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Kusumaguda village had a total population of 90 people, including 46 males and 44 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 27.54%, with male literacy at 37.84% and female literacy at 15.63%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 90.
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 | 90 | 46 | 44 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 90 | 46 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 19 | 14 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 32 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Kusumaguda
Kusumaguda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sanaiguda | South | 1.16 km |
| Dasarathapur | East | 1.17 km |
| Achhaba | North | 1.50 km |
| Pitalamingi | North-West | 1.90 km |
| Badasangidi | South | 2.34 km |
| Goranda | East | 2.36 km |
| Seetapur | South-East | 2.39 km |
| Sidhamaguda | South-East | 2.88 km |
| Pakalamingi | North | 3.05 km |
| Lamingi | North-East | 3.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kusumaguda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kusumaguda. The nearest railway station is Gunupur, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.8 km.
| 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 Kusumaguda is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Kusumaguda is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kusumaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kusumaguda 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 Kusumaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kusumaguda 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 Kusumaguda
Where is Kusumaguda located?
Kusumaguda village is located in Gunupur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kusumaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kusumaguda is Gothalapadar.
What is the pincode of Kusumaguda?
The pincode of Kusumaguda is 765029.
What is the population of Kusumaguda?
Kusumaguda had a total population of 90, including 46 males and 44 females.
How many households are there in Kusumaguda?
Kusumaguda had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kusumaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kusumaguda was 27.54%. Male literacy was 37.84% and female literacy was 15.63%.