Kusahwa - Utraula, Balrampur
Kusahwa is a village situated in the Utraula tehsil of Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Utraula and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Balrampur. Kaitholia Salempur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kusahwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kusahwa is 174023. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.37 hectares and falls under the 271306 pincode. Utraula is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Kusahwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Utraula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gonda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kusahwa
As per Census 2011, Kusahwa village has a total population of 395 people, consisting of 194 males and 201 females. The village has 49 households and a sex ratio of 1,036 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 176 literate and 219 illiterate residents. Additionally, 52 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kusahwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 395 | 194 | 201 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 32 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 28 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 176 | 104 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 219 | 90 | 129 |
Nearby Villages of Kusahwa
Kusahwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kaitholia Saleempur | South-East | 0.97 km |
| Pidria Bujurg | East | 1.11 km |
| Chheetar Para | North | 1.42 km |
| Pidria Khurd | North-East | 1.57 km |
| Shivpur Grant | North-West | 2.01 km |
| Dudhra | South-West | 2.10 km |
| Pipra Ram | North | 2.19 km |
| Bhitwaria | South | 2.23 km |
| Perariyaa | North-West | 2.28 km |
| Terhwa Navabad | South | 2.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kusahwa
Kusahwa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Laiburwa Halt, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.4 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 Utraula to Kusahwa is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balrampur to Kusahwa is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kusahwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kusahwa 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kusahwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kusahwa 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kusahwa
Where is Kusahwa located?
Kusahwa village is located in Utraula Tehsil, Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kusahwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Kusahwa is Kaitholia Salempur.
What is the pincode of Kusahwa?
The pincode of Kusahwa is 271306.
What is the population of Kusahwa?
Kusahwa has a total population of 395, including 194 males and 201 females.
How many households are there in Kusahwa?
There are 49 households in Kusahwa.
What is the literacy rate in Kusahwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kusahwa is 44.56%. Male literacy is 53.61% and female literacy is 35.82%.