Musapalla - Paparahandi, Nabarangpur
Musapalla is a village situated in the Paparahandi tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from Dabugan and around 42 km from Nabarangapur . Manigam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Musapalla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Musapalla is 427643. The village covers a total geographical area of 269 hectares and falls under the 764072 pincode. Papadahandi is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Musapalla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dabugam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Musapalla
According to the 2011 Census, Musapalla village had a total population of 403 people, including 204 males and 199 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.85%, with male literacy at 66.46% and female literacy at 33.92%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 357.
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 | 403 | 204 | 199 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 40 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 357 | 179 | 178 |
| Literate Population | 167 | 109 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 236 | 95 | 141 |
Nearby Villages of Musapalla
Musapalla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghusarabeda | South-West | 1.34 km |
| Kontamal | East | 1.63 km |
| Patia | North | 2.02 km |
| Dayaguda | South | 2.32 km |
| Baigam | North-West | 2.36 km |
| Manigam | South-West | 2.93 km |
| Kelia | North-West | 3.28 km |
| Batakari | East | 4.12 km |
| Chacharaguda | North | 4.41 km |
| Maniaguda | North | 4.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Musapalla
Musapalla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kotapar Road, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Papadahandi to Musapalla is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Musapalla is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Musapalla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Musapalla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Musapalla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Musapalla 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Musapalla
Where is Musapalla located?
Musapalla village is located in Paparahandi Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Musapalla?
The Gram Panchayat of Musapalla is Manigam.
What is the pincode of Musapalla?
The pincode of Musapalla is 764072.
What is the population of Musapalla?
Musapalla had a total population of 403, including 204 males and 199 females.
How many households are there in Musapalla?
Musapalla had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Musapalla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Musapalla was 49.85%. Male literacy was 66.46% and female literacy was 33.92%.