Mousani - Namkhana, South 24 Parganas
Mousani is a village situated in the Namkhana subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17 km from Namkhana and around 109.2 km from Alipore. Mausini serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mousani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mousani is 335306. The village covers a total geographical area of 500.07 hectares and falls under the 743357 pincode. Kakdwip is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Mousani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mathurapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mousani
As per Census 2011, Mousani village has a total population of 3,578 people, consisting of 1,830 males and 1,748 females. The village has 723 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 490 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,567 literate and 1,011 illiterate residents. Additionally, 176 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 52 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mousani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,578 | 1,830 | 1,748 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 490 | 240 | 250 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 176 | 91 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 52 | 28 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 2,567 | 1,437 | 1,130 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,011 | 393 | 618 |
Nearby Villages of Mousani
Mousani 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 Mousani
Mousani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kakdwip to Mousani is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Mousani is about 109.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mousani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mousani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mousani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mousani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mousani
Where is Mousani located?
Mousani village is located in Namkhana Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mousani?
The Gram Panchayat of Mousani is Mausini.
What is the pincode of Mousani?
The pincode of Mousani is 743357.
What is the population of Mousani?
Mousani has a total population of 3,578, including 1,830 males and 1,748 females.
How many households are there in Mousani?
There are 723 households in Mousani.
What is the literacy rate in Mousani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mousani is 71.74%. Male literacy is 78.52% and female literacy is 64.65%.