Musgal - Devalthal, Pithoragarh
Musgal is a village situated in the Devalthal tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 62 km from Didihat and around 33 km from Pithoragarh. Batula serves as the Gram Panchayat for Musgal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Musgal is 049349. The village covers a total geographical area of 37.61 hectares and falls under the 262542 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Musgal 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 Didihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Musgal
According to the 2011 Census, Musgal village had a total population of 69 people, including 33 males and 36 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 1,091 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.31%, with male literacy at 87.10% and female literacy at 54.55%.
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 | 69 | 33 | 36 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 45 | 27 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 6 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Musgal
Musgal 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 Musgal
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Musgal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pithoragarh to Musgal is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Musgal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Musgal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Musgal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Musgal 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 Musgal
Where is Musgal located?
Musgal village is located in Devalthal Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Musgal?
The Gram Panchayat of Musgal is Batula.
What is the pincode of Musgal?
The pincode of Musgal is 262542.
What is the population of Musgal?
Musgal had a total population of 69, including 33 males and 36 females.
How many households are there in Musgal?
Musgal had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Musgal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Musgal was 70.31%. Male literacy was 87.10% and female literacy was 54.55%.