Musapur - Uluberia - I, Howrah
Musapur is a village situated in the Uluberia - I subdivision of Howrah district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.7 km from Uluberia and around 43.1 km from Howrah. Bahira serves as the Gram Panchayat for Musapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Musapur is 332993. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.63 hectares and falls under the 711316 pincode. Uluberia is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Musapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Musapur
As per Census 2011, Musapur village has a total population of 1,303 people, consisting of 681 males and 622 females. The village has 254 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 196 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 844 literate and 459 illiterate residents. Additionally, 208 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Musapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,303 | 681 | 622 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 196 | 105 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 208 | 102 | 106 |
| Literate Population | 844 | 448 | 396 |
| Illiterate Population | 459 | 233 | 226 |
Nearby Villages of Musapur
Musapur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Musapur
Musapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Musapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uluberia to Musapur is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Howrah to Musapur is about 43.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Musapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Musapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Musapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Musapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Musapur
Where is Musapur located?
Musapur village is located in Uluberia - I Subdivision, Howrah district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Musapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Musapur is Bahira.
What is the pincode of Musapur?
The pincode of Musapur is 711316.
What is the population of Musapur?
Musapur has a total population of 1,303, including 681 males and 622 females.
How many households are there in Musapur?
There are 254 households in Musapur.
What is the literacy rate in Musapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Musapur is 64.77%. Male literacy is 65.79% and female literacy is 63.67%.