Musalgaon - Sinnar, Nashik
Musalgaon is a village situated in the Sinnar tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sinnar and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Musalgaon village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Musalgaon is 551159. The village covers a total geographical area of 2293 hectares and falls under the 422112 pincode. Sinnar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Musalgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sinnar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nashik Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Musalgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Musalgaon village had a total population of 8,124 people, including 4,387 males and 3,737 females, living in 1,745 households. The sex ratio was 852 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.41%, with male literacy at 90.92% and female literacy at 78.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 838, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 765.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Musalgaon
Musalgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kedarpur | North-East | 3.26 km |
| Gurewadi | South-West | 3.63 km |
| Datli | South-East | 3.77 km |
| Shahapur | East | 4.14 km |
| Dhondvirnagar | South-West | 4.67 km |
| Gonde | South | 5.25 km |
| Khopadi Kh. | East | 6.06 km |
| Khopadi Bk. | East | 6.18 km |
| Gulvanch | North-East | 6.26 km |
| Manegaon | South-West | 6.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Musalgaon
Public transport in the Musalgaon is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Devlali, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sinnar to Musalgaon is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Musalgaon is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Musalgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Musalgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Musalgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Musalgaon 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 Musalgaon
Where is Musalgaon located?
Musalgaon village is located in Sinnar Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Musalgaon?
Musalgaon is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Musalgaon?
The pincode of Musalgaon is 422112.
What is the population of Musalgaon?
Musalgaon had a total population of 8,124, including 4,387 males and 3,737 females.
How many households are there in Musalgaon?
Musalgaon had 1,745 households.
What is the literacy rate in Musalgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Musalgaon was 85.41%. Male literacy was 90.92% and female literacy was 78.91%.