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
According to the 2011 Census, Musi Khap village had a total population of 3,166 people, including 1,657 males and 1,509 females, living in 502 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.89%, with male literacy at 75.36% and female literacy at 48.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 325, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 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 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 3,166, including 1,657 males and 1,509 females.
How many households are there in Musi Khap?
Musi Khap had 502 households.
What is the literacy rate in Musi Khap?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Musi Khap was 62.89%. Male literacy was 75.36% and female literacy was 48.75%.