Musabani - Rairangpur, Mayurbhanj
Musabani is a village situated in the Rairangpur tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rairangpur and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Bhalubasa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Musabani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Musabani is 388229. The village covers a total geographical area of 131 hectares and falls under the 757043 pincode. Rairangpur is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Musabani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Musabani
As per Census 2011, Musabani village has a total population of 874 people, consisting of 454 males and 420 females. The village has 196 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 119 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 548 literate and 326 illiterate residents. Additionally, 239 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 184 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Musabani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 874 | 454 | 420 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 62 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 239 | 127 | 112 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 184 | 93 | 91 |
| Literate Population | 548 | 324 | 224 |
| Illiterate Population | 326 | 130 | 196 |
Nearby Villages of Musabani
Musabani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Budhamara | North | 1.25 km |
| Naujoda | South-West | 1.49 km |
| Podadiha | East | 1.53 km |
| Sunaposi | West | 1.54 km |
| Bholbeda | South | 1.66 km |
| Neuti | North-West | 1.95 km |
| Gopalpur | South-West | 2.92 km |
| Dhalpur | West | 3.08 km |
| Badamkuradhi | South | 3.14 km |
| Dumuria | South-East | 3.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Musabani
Public transport in the Musabani is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Badampahar, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rairangpur to Musabani is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Musabani 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 Musabani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Musabani 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 Musabani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Musabani 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 Musabani
Where is Musabani located?
Musabani village is located in Rairangpur Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Musabani?
The Gram Panchayat of Musabani is Bhalubasa.
What is the pincode of Musabani?
The pincode of Musabani is 757043.
What is the population of Musabani?
Musabani has a total population of 874, including 454 males and 420 females.
How many households are there in Musabani?
There are 196 households in Musabani.
What is the literacy rate in Musabani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Musabani is 62.70%. Male literacy is 71.37% and female literacy is 53.33%.