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
According to the 2011 Census, Muskura village had a total population of 411 people, including 214 males and 197 females, living in 100 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.10%, with male literacy at 92.51% and female literacy at 64.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 11.
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 | 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 had a total population of 411, including 214 males and 197 females.
How many households are there in Muskura?
Muskura had 100 households.
What is the literacy rate in Muskura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Muskura was 79.10%. Male literacy was 92.51% and female literacy was 64.07%.