Musa Village - Itwa, Siddharthnagar
Musa is a village situated in the Itwa tehsil of Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Itwa and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Siddharthnagar. Musa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Musa is 177708. The village covers a total geographical area of 319.4 hectares and falls under the 272192 pincode. Siddharthnagar is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Musa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Itwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Domariyaganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Musa
As per Census 2011, Musa village has a total population of 2,449 people, consisting of 1,259 males and 1,190 females. The village has 373 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 506 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,017 literate and 1,432 illiterate residents. Additionally, 381 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Musa are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,449 | 1,259 | 1,190 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 506 | 275 | 231 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 381 | 205 | 176 |
| Literate Population | 1,017 | 643 | 374 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,432 | 616 | 816 |
Nearby Villages of Musa
Musa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sakatpur | South-West | 1.24 km |
| Chirhakna | West | 1.48 km |
| Pakadi | East | 1.58 km |
| Pokher Bhitwa | South-East | 1.76 km |
| Padampur | South-West | 1.85 km |
| Sahdeiya | South | 1.86 km |
| Kohar Gaddi Khader | North-East | 2.18 km |
| Parsa Bujurg Khurd | South | 2.28 km |
| Parsa Bujurg | East | 2.29 km |
| Madhwa Nager Khader | North | 2.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Musa
Musa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Trilokpur, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Siddharthnagar to Musa is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siddharthnagar to Musa is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Musa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Musa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Musa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Musa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Musa
Where is Musa located?
Musa village is located in Itwa Tehsil, Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Musa?
Musa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Musa?
The pincode of Musa is 272192.
What is the population of Musa?
Musa has a total population of 2,449, including 1,259 males and 1,190 females.
How many households are there in Musa?
There are 373 households in Musa.
What is the literacy rate in Musa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Musa is 41.53%. Male literacy is 51.07% and female literacy is 31.43%.