Musapur - Barbigha, Sheikhpura
Musapur is a village situated in the Barbigha subdivision of Sheikhpura district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barbigha and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Sheikhpura. Jagdishpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Musapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Musapur is 243825. The village covers a total geographical area of 97.19 hectares and falls under the 811101 pincode. Barbigha is the nearest town, located about 9 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 1,659 people, consisting of 852 males and 807 females. The village has 252 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 342 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 770 literate and 889 illiterate residents. Additionally, 266 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 | 1,659 | 852 | 807 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 342 | 178 | 164 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 266 | 133 | 133 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 770 | 494 | 276 |
| Illiterate Population | 889 | 358 | 531 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lachhmipur | South | 0.87 km |
| Kutra | North-West | 1.16 km |
| Tora | East | 1.37 km |
| Dhanuki | North-West | 2.02 km |
| Dih Nizamat- | South | 2.20 km |
| Pank | South-West | 2.39 km |
| Mirnagar | North | 2.41 km |
| Rupaspur | North-West | 2.72 km |
| Toi | West | 2.81 km |
| Keoti | South | 2.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Musapur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Musapur. The nearest railway station is Kastla Kasmabad, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barbigha to Musapur is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sheikhpura to Musapur is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
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) | 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 Musapur
Where is Musapur located?
Musapur village is located in Barbigha Subdivision, Sheikhpura district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Musapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Musapur is Jagdishpur.
What is the pincode of Musapur?
The pincode of Musapur is 811101.
What is the population of Musapur?
Musapur has a total population of 1,659, including 852 males and 807 females.
How many households are there in Musapur?
There are 252 households in Musapur.
What is the literacy rate in Musapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Musapur is 46.41%. Male literacy is 57.98% and female literacy is 34.20%.