Musaila - Mohanpur, Gaya
Musaila is a village situated in the Mohanpur subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohanpur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Musaila village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Musaila is 257188. The village covers a total geographical area of 144 hectares and falls under the 824232 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Musaila village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Musaila
As per Census 2011, Musaila village has a total population of 1,972 people, consisting of 913 males and 1,059 females. The village has 329 households and a sex ratio of 1,159 females per 1,000 males. There are 441 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 748 literate and 1,224 illiterate residents. Additionally, 486 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Musaila are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,972 | 913 | 1,059 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 441 | 207 | 234 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 486 | 235 | 251 |
| Literate Population | 748 | 386 | 362 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,224 | 527 | 697 |
Nearby Villages of Musaila
Musaila 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hade | South-West | 1.43 km |
| Ajnawan | East | 1.74 km |
| Jarlahi | North-East | 1.86 km |
| Khutaura | North-West | 1.91 km |
| Baghlatti | South-East | 2.22 km |
| Choraya | North | 2.33 km |
| Tilaiya | West | 2.38 km |
| Duhobar | West | 2.59 km |
| Arjuna | North-West | 2.60 km |
| Chawa | South-West | 2.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Musaila
Musaila is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Paharpur, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 113.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sherghati to Musaila is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Musaila is about 35 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 Musaila
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Musaila village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Musaila
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Musaila 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Musaila
Where is Musaila located?
Musaila village is located in Mohanpur Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Musaila?
Musaila is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Musaila?
The pincode of Musaila is 824232.
What is the population of Musaila?
Musaila has a total population of 1,972, including 913 males and 1,059 females.
How many households are there in Musaila?
There are 329 households in Musaila.
What is the literacy rate in Musaila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Musaila is 37.93%. Male literacy is 42.28% and female literacy is 34.18%.