Musankiri - Ghansali, Tehri Garhwal
Musankiri is a village situated in the Ghansali tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansali and around 80 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Musankri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Musankiri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Musankiri is 042956. The village covers a total geographical area of 32.89 hectares and falls under the 249155 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Musankiri 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 Pratapnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Musankiri
According to the 2011 Census, Musankiri village had a total population of 98 people, including 51 males and 47 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.74%, with male literacy at 90.91% and female literacy at 61.90%.
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 | 98 | 51 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 66 | 40 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 11 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Musankiri
Musankiri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nanuwa | East | 0.80 km |
| Churerna | North-East | 1.12 km |
| That | East | 2.07 km |
| Sunaildi | North | 2.16 km |
| Chaud | South-West | 2.17 km |
| Pipola | South | 2.25 km |
| Gahar | North-East | 2.26 km |
| Padagali May Ghotiwali | South-East | 2.33 km |
| Lasi | North-East | 2.52 km |
| Bhatwara | South-West | 3.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Musankiri
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Musankiri. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Tehri to Musankiri is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Musankiri is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Musankiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Musankiri 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Musankiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Musankiri 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Musankiri
Where is Musankiri located?
Musankiri village is located in Ghansali Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Musankiri?
The Gram Panchayat of Musankiri is Musankri.
What is the pincode of Musankiri?
The pincode of Musankiri is 249155.
What is the population of Musankiri?
Musankiri had a total population of 98, including 51 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Musankiri?
Musankiri had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Musankiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Musankiri was 76.74%. Male literacy was 90.91% and female literacy was 61.90%.