Masurikudar - Bisra, Sundargarh
Masurikudar is a village situated in the Bisra tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bisra and around 138 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Bad Bambua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Masurikudar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Masurikudar is 384498. The village covers a total geographical area of 387 hectares and falls under the 770036 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Masurikudar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Biramitrapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Masurikudar
As per Census 2011, Masurikudar village has a total population of 938 people, consisting of 466 males and 472 females. The village has 189 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 115 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 464 literate and 474 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 889 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Masurikudar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 938 | 466 | 472 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 63 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 889 | 445 | 444 |
| Literate Population | 464 | 256 | 208 |
| Illiterate Population | 474 | 210 | 264 |
Nearby Villages of Masurikudar
Masurikudar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dolangsara | North-West | 1.61 km |
| Kulenbahal | East | 1.88 km |
| Khanditatoli | West | 1.90 km |
| Jamberna | West | 2.47 km |
| Badabamua | North-East | 2.52 km |
| Khairtola | North-West | 2.73 km |
| Chengjharan | South | 2.90 km |
| Bankutola | South-West | 2.98 km |
| Biringajhar | South-East | 3.05 km |
| Udusu | South-West | 3.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Masurikudar
Masurikudar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhalulata, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Raurkela to Masurikudar is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Masurikudar is about 138 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Masurikudar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Masurikudar 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Masurikudar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Masurikudar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Masurikudar
Where is Masurikudar located?
Masurikudar village is located in Bisra Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Masurikudar?
The Gram Panchayat of Masurikudar is Bad Bambua.
What is the pincode of Masurikudar?
The pincode of Masurikudar is 770036.
What is the population of Masurikudar?
Masurikudar has a total population of 938, including 466 males and 472 females.
How many households are there in Masurikudar?
There are 189 households in Masurikudar.
What is the literacy rate in Masurikudar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Masurikudar is 49.47%. Male literacy is 54.94% and female literacy is 44.07%.