Musapali - Lathikata, Sundargarh
Musapali is a village situated in the Lathikata tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from Brahmani Tarang and around 140 km from Sundargarh. Bad-dalki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Musapali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Musapali is 384596. The village covers a total geographical area of 688 hectares and falls under the 769004 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Musapali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajgangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Musapali
As per Census 2011, Musapali village has a total population of 1,140 people, consisting of 581 males and 559 females. The village has 243 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 174 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 573 literate and 567 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 817 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Musapali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,140 | 581 | 559 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 86 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 817 | 409 | 408 |
| Literate Population | 573 | 363 | 210 |
| Illiterate Population | 567 | 218 | 349 |
Nearby Villages of Musapali
Musapali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baddalaki | East | 2.42 km |
| Goilo | North-East | 2.75 km |
| Patua | East | 4.88 km |
| Baunsjhad | North-East | 5.01 km |
| Kenduberini | North-East | 7.03 km |
| Badmaroni | East | 7.84 km |
| Sanmareni | East | 7.90 km |
| Ranto | North-East | 8.26 km |
| Benuam | South-East | 8.40 km |
| Tamada | South-East | 9.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Musapali
Musapali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kanshbahal, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Raurkela to Musapali is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Musapali is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Musapali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Musapali 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 Musapali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Musapali 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Musapali
Where is Musapali located?
Musapali village is located in Lathikata Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Musapali?
The Gram Panchayat of Musapali is Bad-dalki.
What is the pincode of Musapali?
The pincode of Musapali is 769004.
What is the population of Musapali?
Musapali has a total population of 1,140, including 581 males and 559 females.
How many households are there in Musapali?
There are 243 households in Musapali.
What is the literacy rate in Musapali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Musapali is 50.26%. Male literacy is 62.48% and female literacy is 37.57%.