Masuria - Jokihat, Araria
Masuria is a village situated in the Jokihat subdivision of Araria district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jokihat and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Araria. Gerki Masuria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Masuria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Masuria is 222128. The village covers a total geographical area of 475.1 hectares and falls under the 854329 pincode. Araria is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Masuria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Masuria
According to the 2011 Census, Masuria village had a total population of 6,289 people, including 3,270 males and 3,019 females, living in 1,268 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.90%, with male literacy at 57.07% and female literacy at 42.14%.
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 | 6,289 | 3,270 | 3,019 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,415 | 738 | 677 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,432 | 1,445 | 987 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,857 | 1,825 | 2,032 |
Nearby Villages of Masuria
Masuria 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 Masuria
Masuria is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Masuria.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Araria to Masuria is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Masuria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Masuria 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 Masuria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Masuria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Masuria
Where is Masuria located?
Masuria village is located in Jokihat Subdivision, Araria district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Masuria?
The Gram Panchayat of Masuria is Gerki Masuria.
What is the pincode of Masuria?
The pincode of Masuria is 854329.
What is the population of Masuria?
Masuria had a total population of 6,289, including 3,270 males and 3,019 females.
How many households are there in Masuria?
Masuria had 1,268 households.
What is the literacy rate in Masuria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Masuria was 49.90%. Male literacy was 57.07% and female literacy was 42.14%.