Kushma

Kushma is a village located in Barjora subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 22.7km away from sub-district headquarter Barjora. Bankura is the district headquarter of Kushma village. As per 2009 stats, Chhandar is the gram panchayat of Kushma village.

Kushma has its own place in the vibrant Bankura region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kushma

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kushma is 327327. The village spans a total geographical area of 296 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 722203. Sonamukhi is nearest town to Kushma village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.

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Population of Kushma

Below is a concise population overview of Kushma as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 817 426 391
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 98 44 54
Scheduled Castes (SC) 103 46 57
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 538 326 212
Illiterate Population 279 100 179

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kushma village:

  • The total population of Kushma village is around 817, including approximately 426 males and 391 females, with a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 98 children aged 0–6 years in Kushma village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kushma village has 103 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kushma village is about 65.85%, with male literacy at 76.53% and female literacy at 54.22%.
  • There are around 163 households in Kushma village.

Connectivity of Kushma

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kushma. As per the 2011 stats, Kushma had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Kushma

Knowing the nearby villages of Kushma helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kushma.

Bara Bendya Jorshal Dhengakend Ladna Methena Joytunga Chadanpur Swargabati Harishpur Gopinathpur Brindabanpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Kushma

Where is Kushma located?
Kushma village is situated in Barjora Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kushma?
The Gram Panchayat of Kushma is Chhandar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kushma?
The pincode of Kushma is 722203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kushma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kushma is 817, with 426 males and 391 females.
How many households are there in Kushma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kushma village has a total of 163 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kushma as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kushma is 65.85%. The male literacy rate is 76.53%, while the female literacy rate is 54.22%.