Kusumjuria - Hura, Purulia
Kusumjuria is a village situated in the Hura subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 3.8 km from Hura and around 28.2 km from Purulia. Daldali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kusumjuria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kusumjuria is 330886. The village covers a total geographical area of 428.92 hectares and falls under the 723104 pincode. Purulia is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kusumjuria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manbazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Purulia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kusumjuria
As per Census 2011, Kusumjuria village has a total population of 1,057 people, consisting of 541 males and 516 females. The village has 208 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 120 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 666 literate and 391 illiterate residents. Additionally, 37 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 59 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kusumjuria are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,057 | 541 | 516 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 60 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 25 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 666 | 417 | 249 |
| Illiterate Population | 391 | 124 | 267 |
Nearby Villages of Kusumjuria
Kusumjuria 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shampur | North-East | 1.54 km |
| Phuphundi | South | 2.02 km |
| Garurbasa | South-West | 2.07 km |
| Deuli | North-West | 2.47 km |
| Hura Keshabpur | West | 2.96 km |
| Majurjura | North | 2.99 km |
| Damankiari | South-East | 3.11 km |
| Simla | North-East | 3.26 km |
| Palgan | South-East | 3.59 km |
| Dholkata | North-West | 3.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kusumjuria
Kusumjuria is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bagalia, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.5 km.
| 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 Purulia to Kusumjuria is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Kusumjuria is about 28.2 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kusumjuria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kusumjuria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kusumjuria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kusumjuria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kusumjuria
Where is Kusumjuria located?
Kusumjuria village is located in Hura Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kusumjuria?
The Gram Panchayat of Kusumjuria is Daldali.
What is the pincode of Kusumjuria?
The pincode of Kusumjuria is 723104.
What is the population of Kusumjuria?
Kusumjuria has a total population of 1,057, including 541 males and 516 females.
How many households are there in Kusumjuria?
There are 208 households in Kusumjuria.
What is the literacy rate in Kusumjuria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kusumjuria is 63.01%. Male literacy is 77.08% and female literacy is 48.26%.