Musunapur - Nimapada, Puri
Musunapur is a village situated in the Nimapada tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nimapada and around 7 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Terundia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Musunapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Musunapur is 409094. The village covers a total geographical area of 58 hectares and falls under the 752106 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Musunapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nimapara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Musunapur
According to the 2011 Census, Musunapur village had a total population of 516 people, including 255 males and 261 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 1,024 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.30%, with male literacy at 89.96% and female literacy at 76.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10.
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 | 516 | 255 | 261 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 26 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 384 | 206 | 178 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 49 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Musunapur
Musunapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dighalo | West | 0.90 km |
| Jirikana | South | 0.95 km |
| Rajarasi | East | 1.31 km |
| Terundia | North | 1.36 km |
| Terabatiabindha | South-West | 1.42 km |
| Khadisa | South-East | 1.63 km |
| Saroda | South | 1.66 km |
| Bamadeipur | West | 1.77 km |
| Basantala | East | 2.04 km |
| Jhampugram | North-East | 2.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Musunapur
Musunapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bir Purushottampur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Nimapada to Musunapur is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Musunapur is about 7 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Musunapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Musunapur 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 Musunapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Musunapur 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 Musunapur
Where is Musunapur located?
Musunapur village is located in Nimapada Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Musunapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Musunapur is Terundia.
What is the pincode of Musunapur?
The pincode of Musunapur is 752106.
What is the population of Musunapur?
Musunapur had a total population of 516, including 255 males and 261 females.
How many households are there in Musunapur?
Musunapur had 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Musunapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Musunapur was 83.30%. Male literacy was 89.96% and female literacy was 76.72%.