Musakani - Naktideul, Sambalpur
Musakani is a village situated in the Naktideul tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naktideul and around 103 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Naktideul serves as the Gram Panchayat for Musakani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Musakani is 382537. The village covers a total geographical area of 108 hectares and falls under the 768118 pincode. Redhakhol is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Musakani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairakhol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Musakani
As per Census 2011, Musakani village has a total population of 387 people, consisting of 186 males and 201 females. The village has 106 households and a sex ratio of 1,080 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 238 literate and 149 illiterate residents. Additionally, 90 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 52 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Musakani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 387 | 186 | 201 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 27 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 90 | 40 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 52 | 24 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 238 | 130 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 149 | 56 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Musakani
Musakani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mankunda | East | 0.80 km |
| Jaganathprasad | North-West | 1.28 km |
| Sahebi | East | 2.15 km |
| Naktideul | North-West | 2.49 km |
| Jharbeda | North-East | 3.03 km |
| Podamal | East | 3.14 km |
| Domohanipal | North-West | 3.40 km |
| Rengalipanchu | East | 3.65 km |
| Chandrapur | North | 3.76 km |
| Gaudpara | North | 3.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Musakani
Musakani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bamur, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Redhakhol to Musakani is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Musakani is about 103 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Musakani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Musakani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Musakani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Musakani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Musakani
Where is Musakani located?
Musakani village is located in Naktideul Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Musakani?
The Gram Panchayat of Musakani is Naktideul.
What is the pincode of Musakani?
The pincode of Musakani is 768118.
What is the population of Musakani?
Musakani has a total population of 387, including 186 males and 201 females.
How many households are there in Musakani?
There are 106 households in Musakani.
What is the literacy rate in Musakani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Musakani is 61.50%. Male literacy is 69.89% and female literacy is 53.73%.