Musti - Solapur South, Solapur
Musti is a village situated in the Solapur South tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 32 km from Solapur, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Musti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Musti is 562711. The village covers a total geographical area of 4196.31 hectares and falls under the 413002 pincode. Solapur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Musti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akkalkot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Musti
According to the 2011 Census, Musti village had a total population of 6,564 people, including 3,408 males and 3,156 females, living in 1,239 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.71%, with male literacy at 82.58% and female literacy at 64.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,040, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 192.
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 | 6,564 | 3,408 | 3,156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 843 | 434 | 409 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,040 | 542 | 498 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 192 | 97 | 95 |
| Literate Population | 4,217 | 2,456 | 1,761 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,347 | 952 | 1,395 |
Nearby Villages of Musti
Musti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pinjarwadi | North | 3.72 km |
| Darshanal | South-East | 4.25 km |
| Sangdari | West | 4.73 km |
| Devsinga Nal | South-East | 5.03 km |
| Tandulwadi | North-West | 5.07 km |
| Dhotri | South | 6.17 km |
| Khanapur | North | 6.41 km |
| Itkal | North-East | 6.42 km |
| Pitapur | South-East | 6.54 km |
| Boregaon | South | 6.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Musti
Musti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hotgi, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Solapur to Musti is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Musti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Musti 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 Musti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Musti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Musti
Where is Musti located?
Musti village is located in Solapur South Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Musti?
Musti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Musti?
The pincode of Musti is 413002.
What is the population of Musti?
Musti had a total population of 6,564, including 3,408 males and 3,156 females.
How many households are there in Musti?
Musti had 1,239 households.
What is the literacy rate in Musti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Musti was 73.71%. Male literacy was 82.58% and female literacy was 64.11%.