Musahri - Katiya, Gopalganj
Musahri is a village situated in the Katiya subdivision of Gopalganj district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Katiya and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Gopalganj. Parariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Musahri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Musahri is 229772. The village covers a total geographical area of 32 hectares and falls under the 841437 pincode. Katiya is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Musahri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Musahri
As per Census 2011, Musahri village has a total population of 705 people, consisting of 309 males and 396 females. The village has 123 households and a sex ratio of 1,281 females per 1,000 males. There are 98 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 409 literate and 296 illiterate residents. Additionally, 157 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Musahri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 705 | 309 | 396 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 42 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 157 | 72 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 409 | 209 | 200 |
| Illiterate Population | 296 | 100 | 196 |
Nearby Villages of Musahri
Musahri is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Musahri
Musahri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katiya to Musahri is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopalganj to Musahri is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Musahri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Musahri 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Musahri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Musahri 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Musahri
Where is Musahri located?
Musahri village is located in Katiya Subdivision, Gopalganj district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Musahri?
The Gram Panchayat of Musahri is Parariya.
What is the pincode of Musahri?
The pincode of Musahri is 841437.
What is the population of Musahri?
Musahri has a total population of 705, including 309 males and 396 females.
How many households are there in Musahri?
There are 123 households in Musahri.
What is the literacy rate in Musahri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Musahri is 58.01%. Male literacy is 67.64% and female literacy is 50.51%.