Musadia - Kujang, Jagatsinghapur
Musadia is a village situated in the Kujang tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from Paradip and around 63 km from Jagatsinghapur . Nuagarrh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Musadia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Musadia is 397139. The village covers a total geographical area of 481 hectares and falls under the 754141 pincode. Paradip is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Musadia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paradeep Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Musadia
As per Census 2011, Musadia village has a total population of 2,852 people, consisting of 1,625 males and 1,227 females. The village has 810 households and a sex ratio of 755 females per 1,000 males. There are 387 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,205 literate and 647 illiterate residents. Additionally, 186 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Musadia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,852 | 1,625 | 1,227 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 387 | 205 | 182 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 186 | 105 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 21 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 2,205 | 1,334 | 871 |
| Illiterate Population | 647 | 291 | 356 |
Nearby Villages of Musadia
Musadia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Musadiajungle | South-East | 1.78 km |
| Banabiharipur | North | 2.65 km |
| Udayabata | West | 3.18 km |
| Bahakuda(pitapat) | North-West | 3.48 km |
| Jogidhankud | East | 3.92 km |
| Badatubi | North-East | 4.02 km |
| Nipania | North-East | 4.22 km |
| Nuagarh | West | 4.67 km |
| Baraja Bahakuda | North | 4.99 km |
| Nimidhihi | West | 5.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Musadia
Musadia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Paradip, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Paradip to Musadia is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Musadia is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Musadia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Musadia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Musadia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Musadia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Musadia
Where is Musadia located?
Musadia village is located in Kujang Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Musadia?
The Gram Panchayat of Musadia is Nuagarrh.
What is the pincode of Musadia?
The pincode of Musadia is 754141.
What is the population of Musadia?
Musadia has a total population of 2,852, including 1,625 males and 1,227 females.
How many households are there in Musadia?
There are 810 households in Musadia.
What is the literacy rate in Musadia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Musadia is 77.31%. Male literacy is 82.09% and female literacy is 70.99%.