Musukuli - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Musukuli is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Budrukia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Musukuli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Musukuli is 416639. The village covers a total geographical area of 29 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 71 km away.
Musukuli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Musukuli
According to the 2011 Census, Musukuli village had a total population of 176 people, including 89 males and 87 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.76%, with male literacy at 76.62% and female literacy at 47.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 45, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 74.
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 | 176 | 89 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 12 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 24 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 74 | 38 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 91 | 59 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 30 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Musukuli
Musukuli is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Musukuli
Musukuli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Musukuli is about 71 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Musukuli is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Musukuli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Musukuli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Musukuli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Musukuli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Musukuli
Where is Musukuli located?
Musukuli village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Musukuli?
The Gram Panchayat of Musukuli is Budrukia.
What is the pincode of Musukuli?
The pincode of Musukuli is 762103.
What is the population of Musukuli?
Musukuli had a total population of 176, including 89 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Musukuli?
Musukuli had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Musukuli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Musukuli was 62.76%. Male literacy was 76.62% and female literacy was 47.06%.