Kusami - Chunar, Mirzapur
Kusami is a village situated in the Chunar tehsil of Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chunar and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Mirzapur. Indrakush serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kusami village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kusami is 212915. The village covers a total geographical area of 244.57 hectares and falls under the 231304 pincode. Chunar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Kusami village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Marihan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mirzapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kusami
As per Census 2011, Kusami village has a total population of 1,088 people, consisting of 567 males and 521 females. The village has 185 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 212 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 615 literate and 473 illiterate residents. Additionally, 161 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kusami are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,088 | 567 | 521 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 212 | 105 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 161 | 78 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 615 | 378 | 237 |
| Illiterate Population | 473 | 189 | 284 |
Nearby Villages of Kusami
Kusami 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chaturbhujpur | South | 0.69 km |
| Bheri | North | 1.04 km |
| Chormarawa | East | 1.12 km |
| Titwa | South | 1.19 km |
| Inderpur | West | 2.30 km |
| Bijurahi | East | 2.38 km |
| Ballipur | North | 2.40 km |
| Taktaiya | South-East | 2.54 km |
| Ruhelapur | North | 2.69 km |
| Shivpur | North-East | 2.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kusami
Kusami is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Saktesgarh, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Chunar to Kusami is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mirzapur to Kusami is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kusami
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kusami village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Kusami
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kusami 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Kusami
Where is Kusami located?
Kusami village is located in Chunar Tehsil, Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kusami?
The Gram Panchayat of Kusami is Indrakush.
What is the pincode of Kusami?
The pincode of Kusami is 231304.
What is the population of Kusami?
Kusami has a total population of 1,088, including 567 males and 521 females.
How many households are there in Kusami?
There are 185 households in Kusami.
What is the literacy rate in Kusami?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kusami is 56.53%. Male literacy is 66.67% and female literacy is 45.49%.