Musurmu - Chainpur, Palamu
Musurmu is a village situated in the Chainpur subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. Uldanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Musurmu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Musurmu is 366808. The village covers a total geographical area of 464 hectares and falls under the 822110 pincode.
Musurmu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Musurmu
According to the 2011 Census, Musurmu village had a total population of 1,224 people, including 619 males and 605 females, living in 216 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.20%, with male literacy at 66.99% and female literacy at 47.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 204, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 674.
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 | 1,224 | 619 | 605 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 107 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 204 | 93 | 111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 674 | 341 | 333 |
| Literate Population | 580 | 343 | 237 |
| Illiterate Population | 644 | 276 | 368 |
Nearby Villages of Musurmu
Musurmu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kundpani | North | 1.61 km |
| Uldanda | South | 1.93 km |
| Chitabar Alias Dinabar | North-West | 2.20 km |
| Chorhat | East | 2.42 km |
| Sarja | West | 2.86 km |
| Serka | South-West | 3.49 km |
| Aragara | South-East | 3.72 km |
| Ulman | South-East | 3.84 km |
| Manke | East | 3.94 km |
| Adar | North-East | 4.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Musurmu
Musurmu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Mangra, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 120.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Musurmu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Musurmu 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Musurmu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Musurmu 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Musurmu
Where is Musurmu located?
Musurmu village is located in Chainpur Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Musurmu?
The Gram Panchayat of Musurmu is Uldanda.
What is the pincode of Musurmu?
The pincode of Musurmu is 822110.
What is the population of Musurmu?
Musurmu had a total population of 1,224, including 619 males and 605 females.
How many households are there in Musurmu?
Musurmu had 216 households.
What is the literacy rate in Musurmu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Musurmu was 57.20%. Male literacy was 66.99% and female literacy was 47.21%.