Musapur - Sarairanjan, Samastipur
Musapur is a village situated in the Sarairanjan subdivision of Samastipur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sarairanjan and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Samastipur. Musapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Musapur is 236965. The village covers a total geographical area of 980 hectares and falls under the 848114 pincode. Samsatipur is the nearest town, located about 24 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 9,104 people, consisting of 4,647 males and 4,457 females. The village has 1,826 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,635 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,492 literate and 4,612 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,438 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Musapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,104 | 4,647 | 4,457 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,635 | 796 | 839 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,438 | 723 | 715 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 4,492 | 2,757 | 1,735 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,612 | 1,890 | 2,722 |
Nearby Villages of Musapur
Musapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manikpur | North | 1.67 km |
| Sothiawan | South-East | 1.81 km |
| Madhupakar Taj Mohamad | South | 2.66 km |
| Rasulpur Semri | South-East | 3.26 km |
| Gangsara | North | 3.35 km |
| Ahmadpur | North-West | 3.38 km |
| Khedarpur | South-East | 3.38 km |
| Lagwa | South-West | 3.46 km |
| Sultanpur Ghataho | East | 3.58 km |
| Bahadurpur Armauli | North-East | 3.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Musapur
Musapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mohiuddinnagar, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Samsatipur to Musapur is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Samastipur to Musapur is about 24 km, with the usual travel time 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 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Musapur
Where is Musapur located?
Musapur village is located in Sarairanjan Subdivision, Samastipur 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 848114.
What is the population of Musapur?
Musapur has a total population of 9,104, including 4,647 males and 4,457 females.
How many households are there in Musapur?
There are 1,826 households in Musapur.
What is the literacy rate in Musapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Musapur is 49.34%. Male literacy is 59.33% and female literacy is 38.93%.