Masitala - Gondal, Rajkot
Masitala is a village situated in the Gondal taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gondal and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Masitala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Masitala is 513259. The village covers a total geographical area of 823.78 hectares and falls under the 360380 pincode. Jetpur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Masitala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gondal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Masitala
As per Census 2011, Masitala village has a total population of 669 people, consisting of 355 males and 314 females. The village has 134 households and a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 451 literate and 218 illiterate residents. Additionally, 237 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Masitala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 669 | 355 | 314 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 32 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 237 | 129 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 451 | 260 | 191 |
| Illiterate Population | 218 | 95 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Masitala
Masitala 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 Masitala
Public transport in the Masitala is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jetpur to Masitala is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Masitala is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Masitala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Masitala 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Masitala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Masitala 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Masitala
Where is Masitala located?
Masitala village is located in Gondal Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Masitala?
Masitala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Masitala?
The pincode of Masitala is 360380.
What is the population of Masitala?
Masitala has a total population of 669, including 355 males and 314 females.
How many households are there in Masitala?
There are 134 households in Masitala.
What is the literacy rate in Masitala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Masitala is 67.41%. Male literacy is 73.24% and female literacy is 60.83%.