Susta - Musahri, Muzaffarpur
Susta is a village situated in the Musahri subdivision of Muzaffarpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Musahri and around 5 km from the district headquarters in Muzaffarpur. Susta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Susta is 229354. The village covers a total geographical area of 76 hectares and falls under the 842002 pincode. Muzaffarpur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Susta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bochaha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Muzaffarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Susta
As per Census 2011, Susta village has a total population of 4,260 people, consisting of 2,196 males and 2,064 females. The village has 899 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 716 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,579 literate and 1,681 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,707 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Susta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,260 | 2,196 | 2,064 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 716 | 335 | 381 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,707 | 874 | 833 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,579 | 1,503 | 1,076 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,681 | 693 | 988 |
Nearby Villages of Susta
Susta 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 Susta
Susta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Susta has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Muzaffarpur to Susta is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Susta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Susta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Susta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Susta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Susta
Where is Susta located?
Susta village is located in Musahri Subdivision, Muzaffarpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Susta?
Susta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Susta?
The pincode of Susta is 842002.
What is the population of Susta?
Susta has a total population of 4,260, including 2,196 males and 2,064 females.
How many households are there in Susta?
There are 899 households in Susta.
What is the literacy rate in Susta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Susta is 60.54%. Male literacy is 68.44% and female literacy is 52.13%.