Masulgondi - Devkar, Bemetara
Masulgondi is a village situated in the Devkar tehsil of Bemetara district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from Saja and around 68 km from Durg. Masulgondi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Masulgondi is 442158. The village covers a total geographical area of 414.15 hectares and falls under the 491993 pincode. Parpodhi is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Masulgondi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bemetara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Durg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Masulgondi
As per Census 2011, Masulgondi village has a total population of 956 people, consisting of 470 males and 486 females. The village has 183 households and a sex ratio of 1,034 females per 1,000 males. There are 145 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 531 literate and 425 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 94 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Masulgondi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 956 | 470 | 486 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 75 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 94 | 50 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 531 | 301 | 230 |
| Illiterate Population | 425 | 169 | 256 |
Nearby Villages of Masulgondi
Masulgondi 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 Masulgondi
Masulgondi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Parpodhi to Masulgondi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Durg to Masulgondi is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Masulgondi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Masulgondi 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 Masulgondi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Masulgondi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Masulgondi
Where is Masulgondi located?
Masulgondi village is located in Devkar Tehsil, Bemetara district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Masulgondi?
Masulgondi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Masulgondi?
The pincode of Masulgondi is 491993.
What is the population of Masulgondi?
Masulgondi has a total population of 956, including 470 males and 486 females.
How many households are there in Masulgondi?
There are 183 households in Masulgondi.
What is the literacy rate in Masulgondi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Masulgondi is 55.54%. Male literacy is 64.04% and female literacy is 47.33%.