Musapur - Korha, Katihar
Musapur is a village situated in the Korha subdivision of Katihar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Korha and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Katihar. Musapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Musapur is 224359. The village covers a total geographical area of 1040.4 hectares and falls under the 854108 pincode. Katihar is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Musapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Musapur
As per Census 2011, Musapur village has a total population of 14,848 people, consisting of 7,758 males and 7,090 females. The village has 2,977 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 3,192 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,805 literate and 9,043 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,446 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 243 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Musapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 14,848 | 7,758 | 7,090 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,192 | 1,609 | 1,583 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,446 | 1,271 | 1,175 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 243 | 116 | 127 |
| Literate Population | 5,805 | 3,488 | 2,317 |
| Illiterate Population | 9,043 | 4,270 | 4,773 |
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
Public transport in the Musapur 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 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. 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 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Musapur
Where is Musapur located?
Musapur village is located in Korha Subdivision, Katihar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Musapur?
Musapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Musapur?
The pincode of Musapur is 854108.
What is the population of Musapur?
Musapur has a total population of 14,848, including 7,758 males and 7,090 females.
How many households are there in Musapur?
There are 2,977 households in Musapur.
What is the literacy rate in Musapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Musapur is 39.10%. Male literacy is 44.96% and female literacy is 32.68%.