Musi Khap - Pandu, Palamu
Musi Khap is a village situated in the Pandu subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandu and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Palamu. Musikhap serves as the Gram Panchayat for Musi Khap village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Musi Khap is 365695. The village covers a total geographical area of 215.25 hectares and falls under the 822132 pincode.
Musi Khap village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Musi Khap
As per Census 2011, Musi Khap village has a total population of 3,166 people, consisting of 1,657 males and 1,509 females. The village has 502 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 517 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,666 literate and 1,500 illiterate residents. Additionally, 325 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Musi Khap are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,166 | 1,657 | 1,509 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 517 | 249 | 268 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 325 | 168 | 157 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,666 | 1,061 | 605 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,500 | 596 | 904 |
Nearby Villages of Musi Khap
Musi Khap 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hisra | North | 1.29 km |
| Kushha Kajru | North | 1.57 km |
| Mahuli | North-East | 1.91 km |
| Lawar Pandu | West | 2.02 km |
| Kajru Kalan | North-East | 2.04 km |
| Karamdih | North-West | 2.11 km |
| Asnaulia | South-West | 2.15 km |
| Kauria | South-East | 2.29 km |
| Pandu | West | 2.30 km |
| Choratia | South | 2.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Musi Khap
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Musi Khap. The nearest railway station is Sigsigi, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 137.8 km.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Palamu to Musi Khap is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Musi Khap
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Musi Khap village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Musi Khap
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Musi Khap 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Musi Khap
Where is Musi Khap located?
Musi Khap village is located in Pandu Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Musi Khap?
The Gram Panchayat of Musi Khap is Musikhap.
What is the pincode of Musi Khap?
The pincode of Musi Khap is 822132.
What is the population of Musi Khap?
Musi Khap has a total population of 3,166, including 1,657 males and 1,509 females.
How many households are there in Musi Khap?
There are 502 households in Musi Khap.
What is the literacy rate in Musi Khap?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Musi Khap is 52.62%. Male literacy is 64.03% and female literacy is 40.09%.