Musan (I) - Harirampur, Dakshin Dinajpur
Musan (I) is a village situated in the Harirampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. Gokarna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Musan (I) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Musan (I) is 311946. The village covers a total geographical area of 249.03 hectares and falls under the 733128 pincode. Raiganj is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Musan (I) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Musan (I)
As per Census 2011, Musan (I) village has a total population of 2,107 people, consisting of 1,067 males and 1,040 females. The village has 465 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 383 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 975 literate and 1,132 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,035 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 212 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Musan (I) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,107 | 1,067 | 1,040 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 383 | 194 | 189 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,035 | 515 | 520 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 212 | 107 | 105 |
| Literate Population | 975 | 562 | 413 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,132 | 505 | 627 |
Nearby Villages of Musan (I)
Musan (I) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shasha | South-East | 0.92 km |
| Binair (i) | North | 1.40 km |
| Lahuchar (i) | North-West | 1.49 km |
| Bagbari | North-East | 1.58 km |
| Jamuna (i) | South-West | 1.72 km |
| Naradas | South | 1.99 km |
| Fatepur | West | 2.04 km |
| Bora | South-East | 2.64 km |
| Nahit | East | 2.72 km |
| Jotgauri | East | 2.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Musan (I)
Musan (I) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Deotala, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raiganj to Musan (I) is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Musan (I)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Musan (I) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Musan (I)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Musan (I) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Musan (I)
Where is Musan (I) located?
Musan (I) village is located in Harirampur Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Musan (I)?
The Gram Panchayat of Musan (I) is Gokarna.
What is the pincode of Musan (I)?
The pincode of Musan (I) is 733128.
What is the population of Musan (I)?
Musan (I) has a total population of 2,107, including 1,067 males and 1,040 females.
How many households are there in Musan (I)?
There are 465 households in Musan (I).
What is the literacy rate in Musan (I)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Musan (I) is 46.27%. Male literacy is 52.67% and female literacy is 39.71%.