Musapur - Falka, Katihar
Musapur is a village situated in the Falka subdivision of Katihar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Falka and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Katihar. Govindpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Musapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Musapur is 224304. The village covers a total geographical area of 78.02 hectares and falls under the 854108 pincode. Katihar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Musapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Musapur
According to the 2011 Census, Musapur village had a total population of 611 people, including 310 males and 301 females, living in 123 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.99%, with male literacy at 65.40% and female literacy at 62.50%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 611 | 310 | 301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 47 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 327 | 172 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 284 | 138 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Musapur
Musapur 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 Musapur
Musapur 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katihar to Musapur is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Musapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Musapur 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 Musapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Musapur 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Musapur
Where is Musapur located?
Musapur village is located in Falka Subdivision, Katihar district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Musapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Musapur is Govindpur.
What is the pincode of Musapur?
The pincode of Musapur is 854108.
What is the population of Musapur?
Musapur had a total population of 611, including 310 males and 301 females.
How many households are there in Musapur?
Musapur had 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Musapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Musapur was 63.99%. Male literacy was 65.40% and female literacy was 62.50%.