Musakata - Rairakhol, Sambalpur
Musakata is a village situated in the Rairakhol tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Charamal and around 65 km from Sambalpur. Bansajal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Musakata village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Musakata is 382329. The village covers a total geographical area of 232 hectares and falls under the 768105 pincode. Redhakhol is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Musakata 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 Musakata
As per Census 2011, Musakata village has a total population of 466 people, consisting of 223 males and 243 females. The village has 117 households and a sex ratio of 1,089 females per 1,000 males. There are 69 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 308 literate and 158 illiterate residents. Additionally, 225 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Musakata are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 466 | 223 | 243 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 28 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 225 | 108 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 308 | 179 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 158 | 44 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Musakata
Musakata 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhadidara | South-West | 1.79 km |
| Sarapal | South-East | 2.18 km |
| Bansajal | North-West | 2.35 km |
| Helei | East | 2.57 km |
| Kuilipadar | West | 2.68 km |
| Chudapudug | South | 3.89 km |
| Mahaling | West | 4.34 km |
| Badhindol | North-East | 4.36 km |
| Gadakhol | South-East | 4.38 km |
| Charmal | North | 4.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Musakata
Public transport in the Musakata is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Charmal, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Redhakhol to Musakata is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Musakata is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Musakata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Musakata village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Musakata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Musakata 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Musakata
Where is Musakata located?
Musakata village is located in Rairakhol Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Musakata?
The Gram Panchayat of Musakata is Bansajal.
What is the pincode of Musakata?
The pincode of Musakata is 768105.
What is the population of Musakata?
Musakata has a total population of 466, including 223 males and 243 females.
How many households are there in Musakata?
There are 117 households in Musakata.
What is the literacy rate in Musakata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Musakata is 66.09%. Male literacy is 80.27% and female literacy is 53.09%.