Masughat - Silchar, Cachar
Masughat is a village situated in the Silchar subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 402 km from Silchar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Machughat serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Masughat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Masughat is 299209. The village covers a total geographical area of 151.74 hectares and falls under the 788026 pincode. Silchar is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Masughat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Borkhola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Silchar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Masughat
According to the 2011 Census, Masughat village had a total population of 1,734 people, including 862 males and 872 females, living in 408 households. The sex ratio was 1,012 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 95.44%, with male literacy at 97.08% and female literacy at 93.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 712.
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 | 1,734 | 862 | 872 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 75 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 712 | 373 | 339 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,485 | 764 | 721 |
| Illiterate Population | 249 | 98 | 151 |
Nearby Villages of Masughat
Masughat 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 Masughat
Masughat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Silchar to Masughat is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Masughat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Masughat 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Masughat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Masughat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Masughat
Where is Masughat located?
Masughat village is located in Silchar Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Masughat?
The Gaon Panchayat of Masughat is Machughat.
What is the pincode of Masughat?
The pincode of Masughat is 788026.
What is the population of Masughat?
Masughat had a total population of 1,734, including 862 males and 872 females.
How many households are there in Masughat?
Masughat had 408 households.
What is the literacy rate in Masughat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Masughat was 95.44%. Male literacy was 97.08% and female literacy was 93.76%.