Musakhedi - Athner, Betul
Musakhedi is a village situated in the Athner tehsil of Betul district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Athner and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Betul. Musakhedi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Musakhedi is 485467. The village covers a total geographical area of 433.91 hectares and falls under the 460110 pincode. Athner is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Musakhedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Betul Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Musakhedi
As per Census 2011, Musakhedi village has a total population of 728 people, consisting of 373 males and 355 females. The village has 148 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 108 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 431 literate and 297 illiterate residents. Additionally, 250 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 347 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Musakhedi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 728 | 373 | 355 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 55 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 250 | 127 | 123 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 347 | 176 | 171 |
| Literate Population | 431 | 250 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 297 | 123 | 174 |
Nearby Villages of Musakhedi
Musakhedi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Siwanpat | North-West | 2.10 km |
| Bijasani | South | 2.20 km |
| Borpani | West | 2.39 km |
| Tipnapur | East | 2.53 km |
| Jasondi | North | 3.79 km |
| Jaora | South-East | 4.11 km |
| Mandhvi | South-West | 4.29 km |
| Ghoghari (ghogari) | North-East | 4.39 km |
| Junawani | West | 4.48 km |
| Gohanda | West | 4.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Musakhedi
Musakhedi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Betul, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Athner to Musakhedi is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Betul to Musakhedi is about 26 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 Musakhedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Musakhedi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Musakhedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Musakhedi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Musakhedi
Where is Musakhedi located?
Musakhedi village is located in Athner Tehsil, Betul district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Musakhedi?
Musakhedi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Musakhedi?
The pincode of Musakhedi is 460110.
What is the population of Musakhedi?
Musakhedi has a total population of 728, including 373 males and 355 females.
How many households are there in Musakhedi?
There are 148 households in Musakhedi.
What is the literacy rate in Musakhedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Musakhedi is 59.20%. Male literacy is 67.02% and female literacy is 50.99%.