Musoli - Ranikhet, Almora
Musoli is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 48 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Musoli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Musoli is 052502. The village covers a total geographical area of 218.78 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Musoli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranikhet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Musoli
According to the 2011 Census, Musoli village had a total population of 357 people, including 161 males and 196 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 1,217 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.08%, with male literacy at 94.89% and female literacy at 66.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 75.
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 | 357 | 161 | 196 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 24 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 38 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 242 | 130 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 31 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Musoli
Musoli 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 Musoli
Musoli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Ranikhet to Musoli is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Musoli is about 40 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 Musoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Musoli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Musoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Musoli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Musoli
Where is Musoli located?
Musoli village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Musoli?
Musoli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Musoli?
The pincode of Musoli is 263645.
What is the population of Musoli?
Musoli had a total population of 357, including 161 males and 196 females.
How many households are there in Musoli?
Musoli had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Musoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Musoli was 79.08%. Male literacy was 94.89% and female literacy was 66.27%.