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.
Kushunda has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Kushunda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kushunda village:
- The total population of Kushunda village is around 506, including approximately 264 males and 242 females, with a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 72 children aged 0–6 years in Kushunda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kushunda village has 26 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 432 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kushunda village is about 54.15%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 40.50%.
- There are around 100 households in Kushunda village.
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%.