Musad
Musad is a village located in Khed tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 68km away from sub-district headquarter Khed (tehsildar office) and 110km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Musad village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Musad unique in its vibrant Khed-Ratnagiri region. You’ll see Musad’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 Musad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Musad is 565178. The village spans a total geographical area of 886.16 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415718. Chiplun is nearest town to Musad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Musad 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 Guhagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Musad
Population of Musad
According to the 2011 Census, Musad has a total population of about 810, with approximately 381 males and 429 females. The sex ratio is around 1125 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 71 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 5 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.00%, with male literacy at about 81.10% and female literacy near 60.14%. There are around 226 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Musad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 810 | 381 | 429 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 34 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 567 | 309 | 258 |
| Illiterate Population | 243 | 72 | 171 |
Connectivity of Musad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Musad. As per the 2011 stats, Musad 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Musad
Knowing the nearby villages of Musad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Musad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Musad
- Where is Musad located?
- Musad village is situated in Khed Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Musad?
- Musad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Musad?
- The pincode of Musad is 415718, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Musad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Musad is 810, with 381 males and 429 females.
- How many households are there in Musad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Musad village has a total of 226 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Musad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Musad is 70.00%. The male literacy rate is 81.10%, while the female literacy rate is 60.14%.