Muksyas - Bhalessa (Gandoh), Doda
Muksyas is a village situated in the Bhalessa (Gandoh) tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 13 km from Gandoh and around 73 km from Doda. Mukhsyas serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Muksyas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Muksyas is 004336. The village covers a total geographical area of 117.4 hectares and falls under the 182203 pincode. Doda is the nearest town, located about 69 km away.
Muksyas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhaderwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Muksyas
According to the 2011 Census, Muksyas village had a total population of 1,313 people, including 698 males and 615 females, living in 232 households. The sex ratio was 881 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.86%, with male literacy at 61.13% and female literacy at 30.87%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 994.
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 | 1,313 | 698 | 615 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 310 | 168 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 994 | 532 | 462 |
| Literate Population | 470 | 324 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 843 | 374 | 469 |
Nearby Villages of Muksyas
Muksyas 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 Muksyas
Public transport in the Muksyas is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Doda to Muksyas is about 69 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Doda to Muksyas is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Muksyas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Muksyas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Muksyas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Muksyas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Muksyas
Where is Muksyas located?
Muksyas village is located in Bhalessa (Gandoh) Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Muksyas?
The Halqa Panchayat of Muksyas is Mukhsyas.
What is the pincode of Muksyas?
The pincode of Muksyas is 182203.
What is the population of Muksyas?
Muksyas had a total population of 1,313, including 698 males and 615 females.
How many households are there in Muksyas?
Muksyas had 232 households.
What is the literacy rate in Muksyas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Muksyas was 46.86%. Male literacy was 61.13% and female literacy was 30.87%.