Musalgaon
Musalgaon is a village located in Sinnar tehsil of Nashik district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Sinnar (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Nashik. As per 2009 stats, Musalgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Musalgaon unique in its vibrant Sinnar-Nashik region. You’ll see Musalgaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Musalgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Musalgaon is 551159. The village spans a total geographical area of 2293 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 422112. Sinnar is nearest town to Musalgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Musalgaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sinnar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nashik Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Musalgaon
Population of Musalgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Musalgaon has a total population of about 8,124, with approximately 4,387 males and 3,737 females. The sex ratio is around 851 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,172 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 838 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 765. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.09%, with male literacy at about 78.05% and female literacy near 67.27%. There are around 1,745 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Musalgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,124 | 4,387 | 3,737 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,172 | 621 | 551 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 838 | 451 | 387 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 765 | 413 | 352 |
| Literate Population | 5,938 | 3,424 | 2,514 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,186 | 963 | 1,223 |
Connectivity of Musalgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Musalgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Musalgaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Musalgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Musalgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Musalgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Musalgaon
- Where is Musalgaon located?
- Musalgaon village is situated in Sinnar Tehsil, within the Nashik district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Musalgaon?
- Musalgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Musalgaon?
- The pincode of Musalgaon is 422112, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Musalgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Musalgaon is 8,124, with 4,387 males and 3,737 females.
- How many households are there in Musalgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Musalgaon village has a total of 1,745 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Musalgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Musalgaon is 73.09%. The male literacy rate is 78.05%, while the female literacy rate is 67.27%.