Kusubeti - Kalyanasingpur, Rayagada
Kusubeti is a village situated in the Kalyanasingpur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalyanasingpur and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Polama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kusubeti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kusubeti is 425584. The village covers a total geographical area of 189 hectares and falls under the 765016 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Kusubeti 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 Kusubeti
As per Census 2011, Kusubeti village has a total population of 258 people, consisting of 121 males and 137 females. The village has 65 households and a sex ratio of 1,132 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 90 literate and 168 illiterate residents. Additionally, 248 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kusubeti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 258 | 121 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 248 | 117 | 131 |
| Literate Population | 90 | 52 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 168 | 69 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Kusubeti
Kusubeti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bamanaguda | North | 0.84 km |
| Baghadangar | West | 1.40 km |
| Mandipadar | South-West | 1.50 km |
| Kusumaghati | North-West | 1.52 km |
| Gamiguda | South | 1.53 km |
| Satabisi | South-East | 1.65 km |
| Musudi | North-East | 1.69 km |
| Aljingguda | North-West | 2.03 km |
| Palama | South-East | 2.13 km |
| Pindapalipadar | North | 2.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kusubeti
Kusubeti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bissamcuttack, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Rayagada to Kusubeti is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Kusubeti is about 39 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 Kusubeti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kusubeti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kusubeti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kusubeti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kusubeti
Where is Kusubeti located?
Kusubeti village is located in Kalyanasingpur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kusubeti?
The Gram Panchayat of Kusubeti is Polama.
What is the pincode of Kusubeti?
The pincode of Kusubeti is 765016.
What is the population of Kusubeti?
Kusubeti has a total population of 258, including 121 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Kusubeti?
There are 65 households in Kusubeti.
What is the literacy rate in Kusubeti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kusubeti is 34.88%. Male literacy is 42.98% and female literacy is 27.74%.