Kusumdihi - Gurundia, Sundargarh
Kusumdihi is a village situated in the Gurundia tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gurundia and around 140 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Sole serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kusumdihi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kusumdihi is 384991. The village covers a total geographical area of 168 hectares and falls under the 770037 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Kusumdihi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kusumdihi
According to the 2011 Census, Kusumdihi village had a total population of 140 people, including 72 males and 68 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.13%, with male literacy at 74.60% and female literacy at 57.38%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 139.
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 | 140 | 72 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 139 | 71 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 82 | 47 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 25 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Kusumdihi
Kusumdihi 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 Kusumdihi
Public transport in the Kusumdihi is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kusumdihi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Raurkela to Kusumdihi is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Kusumdihi is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kusumdihi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kusumdihi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kusumdihi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kusumdihi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kusumdihi
Where is Kusumdihi located?
Kusumdihi village is located in Gurundia Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kusumdihi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kusumdihi is Sole.
What is the pincode of Kusumdihi?
The pincode of Kusumdihi is 770037.
What is the population of Kusumdihi?
Kusumdihi had a total population of 140, including 72 males and 68 females.
How many households are there in Kusumdihi?
Kusumdihi had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kusumdihi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kusumdihi was 66.13%. Male literacy was 74.60% and female literacy was 57.38%.