Muskura - Sihora, Jabalpur
Muskura is a village situated in the Sihora tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sihora and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Ghughari (naveen) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Muskura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Muskura is 489033. The village covers a total geographical area of 145.65 hectares and falls under the 483222 pincode. Sihora is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Muskura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Muskura
As per Census 2011, Muskura village has a total population of 411 people, consisting of 214 males and 197 females. The village has 100 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 280 literate and 131 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Muskura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 411 | 214 | 197 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 27 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 280 | 173 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 41 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Muskura
Muskura 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 Muskura
Muskura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Sihora to Muskura is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jabalpur to Muskura is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Muskura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Muskura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Muskura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Muskura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Muskura
Where is Muskura located?
Muskura village is located in Sihora Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Muskura?
The Gram Panchayat of Muskura is Ghughari (naveen).
What is the pincode of Muskura?
The pincode of Muskura is 483222.
What is the population of Muskura?
Muskura has a total population of 411, including 214 males and 197 females.
How many households are there in Muskura?
There are 100 households in Muskura.
What is the literacy rate in Muskura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Muskura is 68.13%. Male literacy is 80.84% and female literacy is 54.31%.