Chak Musadanga - Gazole, Malda
Chak Musadanga is a village situated in the Gazole subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.1 km from Gazole and around 32.3 km from English Bazar. Karkach serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Musadanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Musadanga is 312646. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.05 hectares and falls under the 732124 pincode. Old Malda is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chak Musadanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chak Musadanga
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Musadanga village had a total population of 139 people, including 70 males and 69 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 23.28%, with male literacy at 20.00% and female literacy at 26.23%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 138.
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 | 139 | 70 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 15 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 138 | 70 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 27 | 11 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 112 | 59 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Musadanga
Chak Musadanga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Musadanga | North | 0.87 km |
| Madnahar | South | 1.03 km |
| Telihar | West | 1.12 km |
| Digra | South-West | 1.16 km |
| Bajesahil | East | 1.21 km |
| Mahil | South-East | 1.63 km |
| Uttar Naogram | North | 1.66 km |
| Nalpur | South-West | 1.81 km |
| Sahil | North-East | 1.87 km |
| Karkach | West | 2.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chak Musadanga
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Chak Musadanga. The nearest railway station is Mahanagar, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.3 km.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Old Malda to Chak Musadanga is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Chak Musadanga is about 32.3 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 Chak Musadanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Musadanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Musadanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chak Musadanga 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chak Musadanga
Where is Chak Musadanga located?
Chak Musadanga village is located in Gazole Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak Musadanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Musadanga is Karkach.
What is the pincode of Chak Musadanga?
The pincode of Chak Musadanga is 732124.
What is the population of Chak Musadanga?
Chak Musadanga had a total population of 139, including 70 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Chak Musadanga?
Chak Musadanga had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Musadanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Musadanga was 23.28%. Male literacy was 20.00% and female literacy was 26.23%.