Kushunda
Kushunda is a village located in Santuri subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 3.8km away from sub-district headquarter Santuri (tehsildar office) and 66.8km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Santuri is the gram panchayat of Kushunda village.
Here you can discover what makes Kushunda unique in its vibrant Santuri-Puruliya region. You’ll see Kushunda’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 Kushunda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kushunda is 330540. The village spans a total geographical area of 161.21 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723157. Burnpur is nearest town to Kushunda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
Google Map of Kushunda
Population of Kushunda
According to the 2011 Census, Kushunda has a total population of about 506, with approximately 264 males and 242 females. The sex ratio is around 916 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 72 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 26 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 432. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.15%, with male literacy at about 66.67% and female literacy near 40.50%. There are around 100 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kushunda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 506 | 264 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 37 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 16 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 432 | 223 | 209 |
| Literate Population | 274 | 176 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 232 | 88 | 144 |
Connectivity of Kushunda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kushunda. As per the 2011 stats, Kushunda 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kushunda
Knowing the nearby villages of Kushunda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kushunda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kushunda
- Where is Kushunda located?
- Kushunda village is situated in Santuri Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kushunda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kushunda is Santuri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kushunda?
- The pincode of Kushunda is 723157, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kushunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kushunda is 506, with 264 males and 242 females.
- How many households are there in Kushunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kushunda village has a total of 100 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kushunda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kushunda is 54.15%. The male literacy rate is 66.67%, while the female literacy rate is 40.50%.