Kushra - Ghorawal, Sonbhadra
Kushra is a village situated in the Ghorawal tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. Kushahra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kushra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kushra is 213172. The village covers a total geographical area of 103.59 hectares and falls under the 231215 pincode.
Kushra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Kushra
According to the 2011 Census, Kushra village had a total population of 521 people, including 267 males and 254 females, living in 88 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.89%, with male literacy at 78.95% and female literacy at 64.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 87.
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 | 521 | 267 | 254 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 39 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 41 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 312 | 180 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 209 | 87 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Kushra
Kushra 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 Kushra
Public transport in the Kushra is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kushra.
| 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 |
Banking and Postal Services in Kushra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kushra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kushra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kushra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kushra
Where is Kushra located?
Kushra village is located in Ghorawal Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kushra?
The Gram Panchayat of Kushra is Kushahra.
What is the pincode of Kushra?
The pincode of Kushra is 231215.
What is the population of Kushra?
Kushra had a total population of 521, including 267 males and 254 females.
How many households are there in Kushra?
Kushra had 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kushra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kushra was 71.89%. Male literacy was 78.95% and female literacy was 64.08%.