Musehri - Chapra, Saran
Musehri is a village situated in the Chapra subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chapra and around 8 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Tenua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Musehri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Musehri is 233605. The village covers a total geographical area of 59 hectares and falls under the 841414 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Musehri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Garkha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Saran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Musehri
According to the 2011 Census, Musehri village had a total population of 3,178 people, including 1,665 males and 1,513 females, living in 499 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.65%, with male literacy at 78.12% and female literacy at 47.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 296.
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 | 3,178 | 1,665 | 1,513 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 721 | 358 | 363 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 296 | 156 | 140 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,564 | 1,021 | 543 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,614 | 644 | 970 |
Nearby Villages of Musehri
Musehri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Siram Chak | South-East | 0.70 km |
| Auli | West | 1.21 km |
| Phakuli | North-East | 1.23 km |
| Karinga | South-West | 1.26 km |
| Salempur | West | 1.93 km |
| Jakhua | North-West | 2.44 km |
| Ratanpura | South-East | 2.56 km |
| Jalalpur | South-West | 2.57 km |
| Mukrera | South-West | 2.95 km |
| Pach Patra | West | 3.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Musehri
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Musehri. The nearest railway station is Chhapra Jn, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chapra to Musehri is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Musehri is about 8 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Musehri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Musehri 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Musehri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Musehri 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 Musehri
Where is Musehri located?
Musehri village is located in Chapra Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Musehri?
The Gram Panchayat of Musehri is Tenua.
What is the pincode of Musehri?
The pincode of Musehri is 841414.
What is the population of Musehri?
Musehri had a total population of 3,178, including 1,665 males and 1,513 females.
How many households are there in Musehri?
Musehri had 499 households.
What is the literacy rate in Musehri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Musehri was 63.65%. Male literacy was 78.12% and female literacy was 47.22%.