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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Musalgaon village has a total population of 8,124 people, consisting of 4,387 males and 3,737 females. The village has 1,745 households and a sex ratio of 851 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,172 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,938 literate and 2,186 illiterate residents. Additionally, 838 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 765 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Musalgaon are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Musalgaon?
Musalgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Musalgaon?
The pincode of Musalgaon is 422112.
What is the population of Musalgaon?
Musalgaon has a total population of 8,124, including 4,387 males and 3,737 females.
How many households are there in Musalgaon?
There are 1,745 households in Musalgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Musalgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Musalgaon is 73.09%. Male literacy is 78.05% and female literacy is 67.27%.