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
As per Census 2011, Musunapur village has a total population of 516 people, consisting of 255 males and 261 females. The village has 115 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 384 literate and 132 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Musunapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 516 | 255 | 261 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 26 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| 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 has a total population of 516, including 255 males and 261 females.
How many households are there in Musunapur?
There are 115 households in Musunapur.
What is the literacy rate in Musunapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Musunapur is 74.42%. Male literacy is 80.78% and female literacy is 68.20%.