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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Kushmoth village has a total population of 654 people, consisting of 335 males and 319 females. The village has 145 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 109 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 333 literate and 321 illiterate residents. Additionally, 44 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kushmoth are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 654 | 335 | 319 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 61 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 23 | 21 |
| 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 has a total population of 654, including 335 males and 319 females.
How many households are there in Kushmoth?
There are 145 households in Kushmoth.
What is the literacy rate in Kushmoth?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kushmoth is 50.92%. Male literacy is 56.72% and female literacy is 44.83%.