Kushmor - Murarai - II, Birbhum
Kushmor is a village situated in the Murarai - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paikar and around 73.4 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Kushmore-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kushmor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kushmor is 316143. The village covers a total geographical area of 227.03 hectares and falls under the 731221 pincode. Rampurhat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kushmor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nalhati Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Birbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kushmor
As per Census 2011, Kushmor village has a total population of 3,062 people, consisting of 1,576 males and 1,486 females. The village has 704 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 460 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,806 literate and 1,256 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,061 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kushmor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,062 | 1,576 | 1,486 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 460 | 243 | 217 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,061 | 547 | 514 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,806 | 963 | 843 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,256 | 613 | 643 |
Nearby Villages of Kushmor
Kushmor 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhadishta | West | 1.32 km |
| Karamji | South-East | 1.38 km |
| Amudda | North-East | 1.65 km |
| Bagishpur | North | 1.68 km |
| Chauti | North-West | 1.69 km |
| Raghurambati | East | 2.13 km |
| Jogai | West | 2.76 km |
| Gosainpur | South | 2.81 km |
| Chhatina | East | 2.82 km |
| Narachauti | West | 3.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kushmor
Kushmor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Takipur, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rampurhat to Kushmor is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Kushmor is about 73.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kushmor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kushmor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kushmor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kushmor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kushmor
Where is Kushmor located?
Kushmor village is located in Murarai - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kushmor?
The Gram Panchayat of Kushmor is Kushmore-ii.
What is the pincode of Kushmor?
The pincode of Kushmor is 731221.
What is the population of Kushmor?
Kushmor has a total population of 3,062, including 1,576 males and 1,486 females.
How many households are there in Kushmor?
There are 704 households in Kushmor.
What is the literacy rate in Kushmor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kushmor is 58.98%. Male literacy is 61.10% and female literacy is 56.73%.