Musaha - Harraiya, Basti
Musaha is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Marvatiya Bhawan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Musaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Musaha is 179480. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.19 hectares and falls under the 272163 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Musaha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaptanganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Musaha
According to the 2011 Census, Musaha village had a total population of 419 people, including 205 males and 214 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 1,044 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.12%, with male literacy at 81.29% and female literacy at 57.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 106.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 419 | 205 | 214 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 34 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 106 | 49 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 244 | 139 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 175 | 66 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Musaha
Musaha is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Musaha
Musaha is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basti to Musaha is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Musaha is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Musaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Musaha 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 Musaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Musaha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Musaha
Where is Musaha located?
Musaha village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Musaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Musaha is Marvatiya Bhawan.
What is the pincode of Musaha?
The pincode of Musaha is 272163.
What is the population of Musaha?
Musaha had a total population of 419, including 205 males and 214 females.
How many households are there in Musaha?
Musaha had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Musaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Musaha was 69.12%. Male literacy was 81.29% and female literacy was 57.69%.