Musharnia - Phulparas, Madhubani
Musharnia is a village situated in the Phulparas subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulparas and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Ram Nagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Musharnia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Musharnia is 220097. The village covers a total geographical area of 212.4 hectares and falls under the 847409 pincode. Nirmali is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Musharnia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulparas Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhanjharpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Musharnia
As per Census 2011, Musharnia village has a total population of 2,392 people, consisting of 1,249 males and 1,143 females. The village has 459 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 488 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,128 literate and 1,264 illiterate residents. Additionally, 98 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Musharnia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,392 | 1,249 | 1,143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 488 | 265 | 223 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 53 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 1,128 | 728 | 400 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,264 | 521 | 743 |
Nearby Villages of Musharnia
Musharnia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Parsa | South-West | 1.66 km |
| Ramnagar | North | 2.24 km |
| Bhabtiahi | North-East | 2.60 km |
| Chhojrena | East | 3.24 km |
| Gurgawan | North-West | 3.62 km |
| Belahi | South-East | 3.76 km |
| Baswari | South | 4.08 km |
| Bathnaha | West | 4.38 km |
| Gamharia | South | 4.39 km |
| Phulparas | North-West | 4.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Musharnia
Musharnia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ghogardiha, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.3 km.
| 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 Nirmali to Musharnia is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Musharnia is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Musharnia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Musharnia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Musharnia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Musharnia 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 Musharnia
Where is Musharnia located?
Musharnia village is located in Phulparas Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Musharnia?
The Gram Panchayat of Musharnia is Ram Nagar.
What is the pincode of Musharnia?
The pincode of Musharnia is 847409.
What is the population of Musharnia?
Musharnia has a total population of 2,392, including 1,249 males and 1,143 females.
How many households are there in Musharnia?
There are 459 households in Musharnia.
What is the literacy rate in Musharnia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Musharnia is 47.16%. Male literacy is 58.29% and female literacy is 35.00%.