Musara Kalan - Dongargarh, Rajnandgaon
Musara Kalan is a village situated in the Dongargarh tehsil of Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dongargarh and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Rajnandgaon. Musarakala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Musara Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Musara Kalan is 440588. The village covers a total geographical area of 351.05 hectares and falls under the 491445 pincode. Dongargarh is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Musara Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dongargaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Musara Kalan
As per Census 2011, Musara Kalan village has a total population of 1,479 people, consisting of 784 males and 695 females. The village has 308 households and a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males. There are 190 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,069 literate and 410 illiterate residents. Additionally, 104 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 151 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Musara Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,479 | 784 | 695 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 107 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 104 | 62 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 151 | 88 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 1,069 | 624 | 445 |
| Illiterate Population | 410 | 160 | 250 |
Nearby Villages of Musara Kalan
Musara Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Musra Khurd | North-West | 1.56 km |
| Arbira | South | 1.57 km |
| Paragaon Kalan | West | 2.31 km |
| Aliwara | South-East | 2.52 km |
| Bhanpuri | East | 2.76 km |
| Chhote Kusmi | North-West | 2.94 km |
| Chhipa | North | 3.07 km |
| Lamanin Bhata | West | 3.38 km |
| Renga Kathera | South-West | 3.79 km |
| Teka | East | 3.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Musara Kalan
Musara Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Musra, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dongargarh to Musara Kalan is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Musara Kalan is about 25 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 Musara Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Musara Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Musara Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Musara Kalan 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Musara Kalan
Where is Musara Kalan located?
Musara Kalan village is located in Dongargarh Tehsil, Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Musara Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Musara Kalan is Musarakala.
What is the pincode of Musara Kalan?
The pincode of Musara Kalan is 491445.
What is the population of Musara Kalan?
Musara Kalan has a total population of 1,479, including 784 males and 695 females.
How many households are there in Musara Kalan?
There are 308 households in Musara Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Musara Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Musara Kalan is 72.28%. Male literacy is 79.59% and female literacy is 64.03%.