Musumaha - Raikia, Kandhamal
Musumaha is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Dadingia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Musumaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Musumaha is 417534. The village covers a total geographical area of 390 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Musumaha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Musumaha
According to the 2011 Census, Musumaha village had a total population of 474 people, including 241 males and 233 females, living in 121 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.59%, with male literacy at 79.41% and female literacy at 58.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 411.
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 | 474 | 241 | 233 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 37 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 411 | 208 | 203 |
| Literate Population | 286 | 162 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 188 | 79 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Musumaha
Musumaha 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 Musumaha
Public transport in the Musumaha is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Musumaha is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Musumaha is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Musumaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Musumaha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Musumaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Musumaha 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 Musumaha
Where is Musumaha located?
Musumaha village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Musumaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Musumaha is Dadingia.
What is the pincode of Musumaha?
The pincode of Musumaha is 762101.
What is the population of Musumaha?
Musumaha had a total population of 474, including 241 males and 233 females.
How many households are there in Musumaha?
Musumaha had 121 households.
What is the literacy rate in Musumaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Musumaha was 68.59%. Male literacy was 79.41% and female literacy was 58.22%.