Musadanga - Gazole, Malda
Musadanga is a village situated in the Gazole subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.4 km from Gazole and around 33.2 km from English Bazar. Karkach serves as the Gram Panchayat for Musadanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Musadanga is 312647. The village covers a total geographical area of 74.05 hectares and falls under the 732124 pincode. Old Malda is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Musadanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Musadanga
According to the 2011 Census, Musadanga village had a total population of 537 people, including 275 males and 262 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.17%, with male literacy at 79.04% and female literacy at 73.18%.
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 | 537 | 275 | 262 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 46 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 342 | 181 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 195 | 94 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Musadanga
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Uttar Naogram | North | 0.82 km |
| Chak Musadanga | South | 0.87 km |
| Telihar | West | 1.27 km |
| Bajesahil | South-East | 1.46 km |
| Sahil | East | 1.47 km |
| Amsol | North-West | 1.71 km |
| Digra | South-West | 1.84 km |
| Madnahar | South | 1.90 km |
| Atgan | North-West | 1.92 km |
| Kandar | North-East | 2.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Musadanga
Musadanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mahanagar, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.0 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 Musadanga is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Musadanga is about 33.2 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 Musadanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for 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 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 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 Musadanga
Where is Musadanga located?
Musadanga village is located in Gazole Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Musadanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Musadanga is Karkach.
What is the pincode of Musadanga?
The pincode of Musadanga is 732124.
What is the population of Musadanga?
Musadanga had a total population of 537, including 275 males and 262 females.
How many households are there in Musadanga?
Musadanga had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Musadanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Musadanga was 76.17%. Male literacy was 79.04% and female literacy was 73.18%.