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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Musail
As per Census 2011, Musail village has a total population of 3,060 people, consisting of 1,589 males and 1,471 females. The village has 513 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 445 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,929 literate and 1,131 illiterate residents. Additionally, 918 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Musail are given below:
| 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 |
| 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 has a total population of 3,060, including 1,589 males and 1,471 females.
How many households are there in Musail?
There are 513 households in Musail.
What is the literacy rate in Musail?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Musail is 63.04%. Male literacy is 72.06% and female literacy is 53.30%.