Musra Khurd - Dongargarh, Rajnandgaon
Musra Khurd is a village situated in the Dongargarh tehsil of Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dongargarh and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Rajnandgaon. Musarakala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Musra Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Musra Khurd is 440596. The village covers a total geographical area of 319.2 hectares and falls under the 491445 pincode. Dongargarh is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Musra Khurd 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 Musra Khurd
As per Census 2011, Musra Khurd village has a total population of 476 people, consisting of 253 males and 223 females. The village has 101 households and a sex ratio of 881 females per 1,000 males. There are 66 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 327 literate and 149 illiterate residents. Additionally, 104 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 58 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Musra Khurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 476 | 253 | 223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 36 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 104 | 57 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 32 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 327 | 195 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 149 | 58 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Musra Khurd
Musra Khurd 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhote Kusmi | North-West | 1.39 km |
| Musara Kalan | South-East | 1.56 km |
| Lamanin Bhata | West | 2.10 km |
| Paragaon Kalan | South-West | 2.18 km |
| Chhipa | North-East | 2.40 km |
| Arbira | South | 2.92 km |
| Dodki | North | 3.23 km |
| Moditarai | North-West | 3.39 km |
| Paragaon Khurd | South-West | 3.83 km |
| Bhanpuri | East | 3.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Musra Khurd
Musra Khurd 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 57.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Musra Khurd is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Musra Khurd is about 22 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 Musra Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Musra Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Musra Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Musra Khurd village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Musra Khurd
Where is Musra Khurd located?
Musra Khurd village is located in Dongargarh Tehsil, Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Musra Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Musra Khurd is Musarakala.
What is the pincode of Musra Khurd?
The pincode of Musra Khurd is 491445.
What is the population of Musra Khurd?
Musra Khurd has a total population of 476, including 253 males and 223 females.
How many households are there in Musra Khurd?
There are 101 households in Musra Khurd.
What is the literacy rate in Musra Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Musra Khurd is 68.70%. Male literacy is 77.08% and female literacy is 59.19%.