Kusha - Chunar, Mirzapur
Kusha is a village situated in the Chunar tehsil of Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh. Kushha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kusha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kusha is 212419. The village covers a total geographical area of 145.15 hectares and falls under the 231304 pincode. Mirzapur is the nearest town.
Kusha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chunar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mirzapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kusha
As per Census 2011, Kusha village has a total population of 2,742 people, consisting of 1,450 males and 1,292 females. The village has 350 households and a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males. There are 422 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,937 literate and 805 illiterate residents. Additionally, 460 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kusha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,742 | 1,450 | 1,292 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 422 | 226 | 196 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 460 | 245 | 215 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,937 | 1,096 | 841 |
| Illiterate Population | 805 | 354 | 451 |
Nearby Villages of Kusha
Kusha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Adalpura | South-East | 0.83 km |
| Chak Kusha | South | 0.91 km |
| Tal Bisui | South-West | 0.91 km |
| Chak Khajua | South-West | 1.18 km |
| Chaktal Bisui | South-West | 1.31 km |
| Araji Sultanpur | East | 1.37 km |
| Chak Pipri | South | 1.43 km |
| Majhawa Taras | South-East | 1.46 km |
| Kelabela | North-East | 1.46 km |
| Chaktal Paschim Patti | South-West | 1.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kusha
Kusha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chunar, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Kusha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kusha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kusha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kusha 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 Kusha
Where is Kusha located?
Kusha village is located in Chunar Tehsil, Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kusha?
The Gram Panchayat of Kusha is Kushha.
What is the pincode of Kusha?
The pincode of Kusha is 231304.
What is the population of Kusha?
Kusha has a total population of 2,742, including 1,450 males and 1,292 females.
How many households are there in Kusha?
There are 350 households in Kusha.
What is the literacy rate in Kusha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kusha is 70.64%. Male literacy is 75.59% and female literacy is 65.09%.