Kushmoth - Sitarganj, Udham Singh Nagar
Kushmoth is a village situated in the Sitarganj tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sitarganj and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Pipalia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kushmoth village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kushmoth is 056102. The village covers a total geographical area of 220.1 hectares and falls under the 263151 pincode. Sitarganj is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Kushmoth village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sitarganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kushmoth
According to the 2011 Census, Kushmoth village had a total population of 654 people, including 335 males and 319 females, living in 145 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.10%, with male literacy at 69.34% and female literacy at 52.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 44.
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 | 654 | 335 | 319 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 61 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 23 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 333 | 190 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 321 | 145 | 176 |
Nearby Villages of Kushmoth
Kushmoth 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 Kushmoth
Kushmoth is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitarganj to Kushmoth is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Kushmoth is about 50 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 Kushmoth
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kushmoth village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kushmoth
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kushmoth village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Kushmoth
Where is Kushmoth located?
Kushmoth village is located in Sitarganj Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kushmoth?
The Gram Panchayat of Kushmoth is Pipalia.
What is the pincode of Kushmoth?
The pincode of Kushmoth is 263151.
What is the population of Kushmoth?
Kushmoth had a total population of 654, including 335 males and 319 females.
How many households are there in Kushmoth?
Kushmoth had 145 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kushmoth?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kushmoth was 61.10%. Male literacy was 69.34% and female literacy was 52.77%.