Musa Dung - Jakholi*, Rudraprayag
Musa Dung is a village situated in the Jakholi* tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakholi and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Musadhung serves as the Gram Panchayat for Musa Dung village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Musa Dung is 042699. The village covers a total geographical area of 146.63 hectares and falls under the 246475 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Musa Dung 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 Rudraprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Musa Dung
According to the 2011 Census, Musa Dung village had a total population of 738 people, including 315 males and 423 females, living in 166 households. The sex ratio was 1,343 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.56%, with male literacy at 94.98% and female literacy at 68.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 99.
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 | 738 | 315 | 423 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 56 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 53 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 502 | 246 | 256 |
| Illiterate Population | 236 | 69 | 167 |
Nearby Villages of Musa Dung
Musa Dung 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 Musa Dung
Musa Dung is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Rudraprayag to Musa Dung 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 Musa Dung
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Musa Dung 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 Musa Dung
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 Dung 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 Musa Dung
Where is Musa Dung located?
Musa Dung village is located in Jakholi* Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Musa Dung?
The Gram Panchayat of Musa Dung is Musadhung.
What is the pincode of Musa Dung?
The pincode of Musa Dung is 246475.
What is the population of Musa Dung?
Musa Dung had a total population of 738, including 315 males and 423 females.
How many households are there in Musa Dung?
Musa Dung had 166 households.
What is the literacy rate in Musa Dung?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Musa Dung was 79.56%. Male literacy was 94.98% and female literacy was 68.82%.