Musalkheda - Warud, Amravati
Musalkheda is a village situated in the Warud tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Warud and around 99 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Wathoda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Musalkheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Musalkheda is 532420. The village covers a total geographical area of 492.92 hectares and falls under the 444907 pincode. Warud is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Musalkheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Morshi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wardha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Musalkheda
As per Census 2011, Musalkheda village has a total population of 134 people, consisting of 64 males and 70 females. The village has 36 households and a sex ratio of 1,093 females per 1,000 males. There are 8 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 114 literate and 20 illiterate residents. Additionally, 45 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Musalkheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 134 | 64 | 70 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 22 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 114 | 58 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 6 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Musalkheda
Musalkheda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dabhi | West | 1.79 km |
| Sawangi | North-East | 2.02 km |
| Wathoda | South | 2.25 km |
| Chandas | South-West | 2.55 km |
| Kekatwada | North | 2.90 km |
| Shekapur | South-West | 2.96 km |
| Kumbhikheda | North-West | 3.42 km |
| Bhandoli Bk | West | 3.46 km |
| Pimpalvihir | South-East | 3.66 km |
| Aampend | East | 3.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Musalkheda
Musalkheda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Pusla, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.6 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Warud to Musalkheda is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Musalkheda is about 99 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Musalkheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Musalkheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Musalkheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Musalkheda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Musalkheda
Where is Musalkheda located?
Musalkheda village is located in Warud Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Musalkheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Musalkheda is Wathoda.
What is the pincode of Musalkheda?
The pincode of Musalkheda is 444907.
What is the population of Musalkheda?
Musalkheda has a total population of 134, including 64 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Musalkheda?
There are 36 households in Musalkheda.
What is the literacy rate in Musalkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Musalkheda is 85.07%. Male literacy is 90.63% and female literacy is 80.00%.