Kusumba
Kusumba is a village located in Bansihari subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 12.9km away from sub-district headquarter Buniadpur. Balurghat is the district headquarter of Kusumba village. As per 2009 stats, Brajaballavpur is the gram panchayat of Kusumba village.
Here you can discover what makes Kusumba unique in its vibrant Bansihari-Dakshin Dinajpur region. You’ll see Kusumba’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kusumba
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kusumba is 311669. The village spans a total geographical area of 159.22 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733121. Gangarampur is nearest town to Kusumba village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Kusumba
Population of Kusumba
According to the 2011 Census, Kusumba has a total population of about 1,001, with approximately 532 males and 469 females. The sex ratio is around 881 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 130 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 367 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 607. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.34%, with male literacy at about 67.86% and female literacy near 49.68%. There are around 215 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kusumba's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,001 | 532 | 469 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 64 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 367 | 195 | 172 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 607 | 322 | 285 |
| Literate Population | 594 | 361 | 233 |
| Illiterate Population | 407 | 171 | 236 |
Connectivity of Kusumba
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kusumba. As per the 2011 stats, Kusumba had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kusumba
Knowing the nearby villages of Kusumba helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kusumba.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kusumba
- Where is Kusumba located?
- Kusumba village is situated in Bansihari Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kusumba?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kusumba is Brajaballavpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kusumba?
- The pincode of Kusumba is 733121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kusumba as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kusumba is 1,001, with 532 males and 469 females.
- How many households are there in Kusumba as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kusumba village has a total of 215 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kusumba as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kusumba is 59.34%. The male literacy rate is 67.86%, while the female literacy rate is 49.68%.