Mousal - Bhangar - I, South 24 Parganas
Mousal is a village situated in the Bhangar - I subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 20.8 km from Gobindapur and around 25 km from Alipore. Tarda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mousal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mousal is 333620. The village covers a total geographical area of 127.5 hectares and falls under the 743502 pincode. Calcutta is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Mousal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Canning Purba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mousal
As per Census 2011, Mousal village has a total population of 1,631 people, consisting of 849 males and 782 females. The village has 383 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 165 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,115 literate and 516 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,596 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mousal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,631 | 849 | 782 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 82 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,596 | 829 | 767 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,115 | 647 | 468 |
| Illiterate Population | 516 | 202 | 314 |
Nearby Villages of Mousal
Mousal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Narayantala | South-East | 0.77 km |
| Ushpara | North-East | 1.04 km |
| Andulgari | West | 1.11 km |
| Gangapur | North | 2.31 km |
| Madhabpur | South-East | 2.39 km |
| Tardaha Kapasati | West | 2.39 km |
| Kharamba | North-East | 2.55 km |
| Kashia Danga | South | 2.83 km |
| Bagbari | North-East | 3.58 km |
| Karaidandga | North | 3.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mousal
Mousal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kalikapur, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Calcutta to Mousal is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Mousal is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mousal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mousal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mousal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mousal 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mousal
Where is Mousal located?
Mousal village is located in Bhangar - I Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mousal?
The Gram Panchayat of Mousal is Tarda.
What is the pincode of Mousal?
The pincode of Mousal is 743502.
What is the population of Mousal?
Mousal has a total population of 1,631, including 849 males and 782 females.
How many households are there in Mousal?
There are 383 households in Mousal.
What is the literacy rate in Mousal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mousal is 68.36%. Male literacy is 76.21% and female literacy is 59.85%.