kusmadan

Kusmadan is a small village located in the northern part of Turkey, within the district of Hamamözü in Amasya Province. The settlement lies in the fertile Çekerek River valley, at an elevation of approximately 350 meters above sea level, and is surrounded by rolling hills that are conducive to agricultural activities. According to the most recent census data from the Turkish Statistical Institute, the village has a population of 214 residents, a slight decline from the 257 inhabitants recorded in 2011. The demographic profile is predominantly Turkish with a minority of Kurdish origin, reflecting the broader ethnic composition of the regional population.

The economy of Kusmadan is primarily based on subsistence and small-scale commercial farming. Main crops include wheat, barley, and a local variety of hazelnuts, while livestock such as sheep and goats are also reared. In recent years, the village has seen the development of small cooperatives aimed at marketing local produce to nearby urban centers. There is also a growing interest in eco-tourism, with visitors attracted by the natural environmental beauty and opportunities for hiking along the Çekerek River.

Kusmadan hosts a primary educational institution that serves children up to the age of 12, and the community’s social life centers around a single mosque and a small cultural hall. Infrastructure connects the village to the provincial road network, providing access to the district capital and nearby markets. The village has maintained its rural character despite modest infrastructural improvements, and continues to rely on its agricultural heritage for economic sustenance.