Musuria - Balagarh, Hooghly
Musuria is a village situated in the Balagarh subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.9 km from Patuligram and around 28.7 km from Chinsura. Ektarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Musuria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Musuria is 324964. The village covers a total geographical area of 183.59 hectares and falls under the 712123 pincode. Kalna is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Musuria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Musuria
According to the 2011 Census, Musuria village had a total population of 1,035 people, including 525 males and 510 females, living in 256 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.73%, with male literacy at 79.79% and female literacy at 61.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 293, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 347.
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 | 1,035 | 525 | 510 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 45 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 293 | 150 | 143 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 347 | 174 | 173 |
| Literate Population | 667 | 383 | 284 |
| Illiterate Population | 368 | 142 | 226 |
Nearby Villages of Musuria
Musuria 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dahia | North-West | 0.76 km |
| Ektarpur | North-East | 0.85 km |
| Naopara | South-West | 0.98 km |
| Jagulia | West | 1.24 km |
| Benepukur | North | 1.53 km |
| Babla | South | 1.77 km |
| Salarpur | West | 1.87 km |
| Beleswar | East | 1.89 km |
| Gaipara | West | 2.37 km |
| Dahartiornai | North-East | 2.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Musuria
Musuria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Somra Bazar, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kalna to Musuria is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Musuria is about 28.7 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Musuria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Musuria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Musuria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Musuria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Musuria
Where is Musuria located?
Musuria village is located in Balagarh Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Musuria?
The Gram Panchayat of Musuria is Ektarpur.
What is the pincode of Musuria?
The pincode of Musuria is 712123.
What is the population of Musuria?
Musuria had a total population of 1,035, including 525 males and 510 females.
How many households are there in Musuria?
Musuria had 256 households.
What is the literacy rate in Musuria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Musuria was 70.73%. Male literacy was 79.79% and female literacy was 61.34%.