Chousla Musalman - Gulana, Shajapur
Chousla Musalman is a village situated in the Gulana tehsil of Shajapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gulana and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Shajapur. Devla Bihar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chousla Musalman village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chousla Musalman is 472794. The village covers a total geographical area of 264.9 hectares and falls under the 465220 pincode. Shajapur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Chousla Musalman village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shujalpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dewas Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chousla Musalman
As per Census 2011, Chousla Musalman village has a total population of 598 people, consisting of 307 males and 291 females. The village has 126 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 103 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 291 literate and 307 illiterate residents. Additionally, 64 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chousla Musalman are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 598 | 307 | 291 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 56 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 31 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 9 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 291 | 196 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 307 | 111 | 196 |
Nearby Villages of Chousla Musalman
Chousla Musalman 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baddakheda | South-East | 1.60 km |
| Padli | West | 1.94 km |
| Ghunsi | South-West | 2.14 km |
| Kodarela | North-East | 2.60 km |
| Bangli | East | 2.79 km |
| Deolabihar | North | 3.23 km |
| Padla | North-West | 3.44 km |
| Kulman Khedi | West | 3.68 km |
| Ghatiya Khurd | South | 3.86 km |
| Ghansoda | South-West | 4.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chousla Musalman
Chousla Musalman is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kali Sindh, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shajapur to Chousla Musalman is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chousla Musalman
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chousla Musalman village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Chousla Musalman
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chousla Musalman village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Chousla Musalman
Where is Chousla Musalman located?
Chousla Musalman village is located in Gulana Tehsil, Shajapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chousla Musalman?
The Gram Panchayat of Chousla Musalman is Devla Bihar.
What is the pincode of Chousla Musalman?
The pincode of Chousla Musalman is 465220.
What is the population of Chousla Musalman?
Chousla Musalman has a total population of 598, including 307 males and 291 females.
How many households are there in Chousla Musalman?
There are 126 households in Chousla Musalman.
What is the literacy rate in Chousla Musalman?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chousla Musalman is 48.66%. Male literacy is 63.84% and female literacy is 32.65%.