Musahan - Jhanduta, Bilaspur
Musahan is a village situated in the Jhanduta tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Nakhlehra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Musahan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Musahan is 019463. The village covers a total geographical area of 152.37 hectares and falls under the 174034 pincode. Naina Devi is the nearest town.
Musahan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jhanduta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Musahan
According to the 2011 Census, Musahan village had a total population of 195 people, including 105 males and 90 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 857 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.83%, with male literacy at 90.43% and female literacy at 78.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 47.
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 | 195 | 105 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 26 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 151 | 85 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 20 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Musahan
Musahan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Musahan
Musahan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Musahan is about 35 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 Musahan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Musahan 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Musahan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Musahan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Musahan
Where is Musahan located?
Musahan village is located in Jhanduta Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Musahan?
The Gram Panchayat of Musahan is Nakhlehra.
What is the pincode of Musahan?
The pincode of Musahan is 174034.
What is the population of Musahan?
Musahan had a total population of 195, including 105 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Musahan?
Musahan had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Musahan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Musahan was 84.83%. Male literacy was 90.43% and female literacy was 78.57%.