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
As per Census 2011, Chak Musadanga village has a total population of 139 people, consisting of 70 males and 69 females. The village has 26 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 27 literate and 112 illiterate residents. Additionally, 138 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chak Musadanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 139 | 70 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 15 | 8 |
| 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 has a total population of 139, including 70 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Chak Musadanga?
There are 26 households in Chak Musadanga.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Musadanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Musadanga is 19.42%. Male literacy is 15.71% and female literacy is 23.19%.