Musahri - Madhubani, Pashchim Champaran
Musahri is a village situated in the Madhubani subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madhubani and around 154 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Dhanaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Musahri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Musahri is 216992. The village covers a total geographical area of 490 hectares and falls under the 845104 pincode. Bagha is the nearest town, located about 84 km away.
Musahri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Musahri
As per Census 2011, Musahri village has a total population of 6,666 people, consisting of 3,500 males and 3,166 females. The village has 1,180 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,273 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,145 literate and 4,521 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,111 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 110 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Musahri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,666 | 3,500 | 3,166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,273 | 646 | 627 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,111 | 597 | 514 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 110 | 63 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 2,145 | 1,425 | 720 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,521 | 2,075 | 2,446 |
Nearby Villages of Musahri
Musahri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barhara | East | 2.69 km |
| Moradih | South-East | 2.89 km |
| Parsauna | East | 2.89 km |
| Rampur | North-East | 3.27 km |
| Khaira Tola | South | 3.33 km |
| Daunaha | North-West | 3.39 km |
| Dhanaha | North | 3.50 km |
| Chilwaniyan | South-East | 4.11 km |
| Bajar Keraia | West | 4.27 km |
| Barariha | East | 4.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Musahri
Musahri is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Chaf Halt, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bagha to Musahri is about 84 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Musahri is about 154 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Musahri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Musahri 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Musahri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Musahri 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 Musahri
Where is Musahri located?
Musahri village is located in Madhubani Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Musahri?
The Gram Panchayat of Musahri is Dhanaha.
What is the pincode of Musahri?
The pincode of Musahri is 845104.
What is the population of Musahri?
Musahri has a total population of 6,666, including 3,500 males and 3,166 females.
How many households are there in Musahri?
There are 1,180 households in Musahri.
What is the literacy rate in Musahri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Musahri is 32.18%. Male literacy is 40.71% and female literacy is 22.74%.