Musan
Musan is a village located in Harirampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 12.1km away from sub-district headquarter Harirampur. Balurghat is the district headquarter of Musan village. As per 2009 stats, Gokarna is the gram panchayat of Musan village.
Here you can discover what makes Musan unique in its vibrant Harirampur-Dakshin Dinajpur region. You’ll see Musan’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 Musan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Musan is 311946. The village spans a total geographical area of 249.03 hectares. Raiganj is nearest town to Musan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Musan
Population of Musan
According to the 2011 Census, Musan has a total population of about 2,107, with approximately 1,067 males and 1,040 females. The sex ratio is around 974 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 383 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,035 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 212. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.27%, with male literacy at about 52.67% and female literacy near 39.71%. There are around 465 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Musan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
Connectivity of Musan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Musan. As per the 2011 stats, Musan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Musan
Knowing the nearby villages of Musan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Musan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Musan
- Where is Musan located?
- Musan village is situated in Harirampur Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Musan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Musan is Gokarna (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Musan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Musan is 2,107, with 1,067 males and 1,040 females.
- How many households are there in Musan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Musan village has a total of 465 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Musan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Musan is 46.27%. The male literacy rate is 52.67%, while the female literacy rate is 39.71%.