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 Mukhiya 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
According to the 2011 Census, Susta village had a total population of 4,260 people, including 2,196 males and 2,064 females, living in 899 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.77%, with male literacy at 80.76% and female literacy at 63.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,707, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 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 had a total population of 4,260, including 2,196 males and 2,064 females.
How many households are there in Susta?
Susta had 899 households.
What is the literacy rate in Susta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Susta was 72.77%. Male literacy was 80.76% and female literacy was 63.93%.