Kushamura - Jujomura, Sambalpur
Kushamura is a village situated in the Jujomura tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jujomura and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Chhamunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kushamura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kushamura is 382134. The village covers a total geographical area of 1805 hectares and falls under the 768105 pincode. Sambalpur is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Kushamura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairakhol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kushamura
As per Census 2011, Kushamura village has a total population of 1,980 people, consisting of 981 males and 999 females. The village has 430 households and a sex ratio of 1,018 females per 1,000 males. There are 294 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,138 literate and 842 illiterate residents. Additionally, 68 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,582 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kushamura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,980 | 981 | 999 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 294 | 141 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 32 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,582 | 786 | 796 |
| Literate Population | 1,138 | 646 | 492 |
| Illiterate Population | 842 | 335 | 507 |
Nearby Villages of Kushamura
Kushamura 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 Kushamura
Kushamura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kushamura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sambalpur to Kushamura is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kushamura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kushamura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kushamura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kushamura 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 Kushamura
Where is Kushamura located?
Kushamura village is located in Jujomura Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kushamura?
The Gram Panchayat of Kushamura is Chhamunda.
What is the pincode of Kushamura?
The pincode of Kushamura is 768105.
What is the population of Kushamura?
Kushamura has a total population of 1,980, including 981 males and 999 females.
How many households are there in Kushamura?
There are 430 households in Kushamura.
What is the literacy rate in Kushamura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kushamura is 57.47%. Male literacy is 65.85% and female literacy is 49.25%.