Musail - Behat, Saharanpur
Musail is a village situated in the Behat tehsil of Saharanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Behat and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Saharanpur. Musali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Musail village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Musail is 109166. The village covers a total geographical area of 486.91 hectares and falls under the 247120 pincode. Saharanpur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Musail village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Musail
According to the 2011 Census, Musail village had a total population of 3,060 people, including 1,589 males and 1,471 females, living in 513 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.77%, with male literacy at 84.75% and female literacy at 62.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 918.
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 | 3,060 | 1,589 | 1,471 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 445 | 238 | 207 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 918 | 485 | 433 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,929 | 1,145 | 784 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,131 | 444 | 687 |
Nearby Villages of Musail
Musail 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mirzapur Puzneki | North-West | 1.53 km |
| Behada Kalan | South-West | 1.89 km |
| Gadar Heri | East | 1.96 km |
| Mandala | South-West | 2.19 km |
| Behada Khurd | South | 2.48 km |
| Ramkhedi | South-East | 2.66 km |
| Kraundi | North-West | 2.66 km |
| Kabirpur M. Landhora Ju. | West | 2.77 km |
| Shekhupur Kandhela | North | 2.79 km |
| Landhora Junardar | West | 2.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Musail
Musail is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Baliakheri, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Saharanpur to Musail is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Musail
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Musail 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Musail
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Musail village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Musail
Where is Musail located?
Musail village is located in Behat Tehsil, Saharanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Musail?
The Gram Panchayat of Musail is Musali.
What is the pincode of Musail?
The pincode of Musail is 247120.
What is the population of Musail?
Musail had a total population of 3,060, including 1,589 males and 1,471 females.
How many households are there in Musail?
Musail had 513 households.
What is the literacy rate in Musail?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Musail was 73.77%. Male literacy was 84.75% and female literacy was 62.03%.