Massa
Massa is a village located in Jale subdivision of Darbhanga district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Jale (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Darbhanga. As per 2009 stats, Massa village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Massa unique in its vibrant Jale-Darbhanga region. You’ll see Massa’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Massa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Massa is 226736. The village spans a total geographical area of 866 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 847102. Darbhanga is nearest town to Massa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Massa
Population of Massa
According to the 2011 Census, Massa has a total population of about 11,536, with approximately 5,954 males and 5,582 females. The sex ratio is around 937 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 2,259 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,436 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 15. The overall literacy rate is approximately 38.83%, with male literacy at about 45.21% and female literacy near 32.01%. There are around 2,298 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Massa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,536 | 5,954 | 5,582 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,259 | 1,159 | 1,100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,436 | 750 | 686 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 4,479 | 2,692 | 1,787 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,057 | 3,262 | 3,795 |
Connectivity of Massa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Massa. As per the 2011 stats, Massa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Massa
Knowing the nearby villages of Massa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Massa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Massa
- Where is Massa located?
- Massa village is situated in Jale Subdivision, within the Darbhanga district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Massa?
- Massa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Massa?
- The pincode of Massa is 847102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Massa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Massa is 11,536, with 5,954 males and 5,582 females.
- How many households are there in Massa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Massa village has a total of 2,298 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Massa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Massa is 38.83%. The male literacy rate is 45.21%, while the female literacy rate is 32.01%.