Musargaon
Musargaon is a village located in Dunda tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Dunda (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Musadgaon is the gram panchayat of Musargaon village.
Here you can discover what makes Musargaon unique in its vibrant Dunda-Uttarkashi region. You’ll see Musargaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Musargaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Musargaon is 040524. The village spans a total geographical area of 59.57 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249151. Uttarkashi is nearest town to Musargaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.
When it comes to local governance, Musargaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gangotri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Musargaon
Population of Musargaon
According to the 2011 Census, Musargaon has a total population of about 372, with approximately 191 males and 181 females. The sex ratio is around 947 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 55 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 9 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.97%, with male literacy at about 82.72% and female literacy near 58.56%. There are around 73 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Musargaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 372 | 191 | 181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 29 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 264 | 158 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 33 | 75 |
Connectivity of Musargaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Musargaon. As per the 2011 stats, Musargaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Musargaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Musargaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Musargaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Musargaon
- Where is Musargaon located?
- Musargaon village is situated in Dunda Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Musargaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Musargaon is Musadgaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Musargaon?
- The pincode of Musargaon is 249151, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Musargaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Musargaon is 372, with 191 males and 181 females.
- How many households are there in Musargaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Musargaon village has a total of 73 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Musargaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Musargaon is 70.97%. The male literacy rate is 82.72%, while the female literacy rate is 58.56%.