Musaguda - Darbha, Bastar
Musaguda is a village situated in the Darbha tehsil of Bastar district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Darbha and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Jagdalpur. Katenar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Musaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Musaguda is 449591. The village covers a total geographical area of 155.34 hectares and falls under the 494442 pincode. Jagdalpur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Musaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Musaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Musaguda village had a total population of 147 people, including 76 males and 71 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 32.03%, with male literacy at 34.85% and female literacy at 29.03%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 145.
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 | 147 | 76 | 71 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 145 | 75 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 41 | 23 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 53 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Musaguda
Musaguda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Katenar | South-West | 1.09 km |
| Alwa | North | 2.34 km |
| Munga | South-East | 3.55 km |
| Gumadpal | South | 3.66 km |
| Chhotegudra | North-West | 4.08 km |
| Temrubhata | West | 4.51 km |
| Mamdpal | South-East | 4.73 km |
| Chitapur | East | 4.74 km |
| Kelaur | South-West | 4.97 km |
| Dhodhrepal | North | 5.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Musaguda
Musaguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dilmili, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagdalpur to Musaguda is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Musaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Musaguda 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Musaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Musaguda 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 Musaguda
Where is Musaguda located?
Musaguda village is located in Darbha Tehsil, Bastar district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Musaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Musaguda is Katenar.
What is the pincode of Musaguda?
The pincode of Musaguda is 494442.
What is the population of Musaguda?
Musaguda had a total population of 147, including 76 males and 71 females.
How many households are there in Musaguda?
Musaguda had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Musaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Musaguda was 32.03%. Male literacy was 34.85% and female literacy was 29.03%.