Masitan - Dabwali, Sirsa
Masitan is a village situated in the Dabwali tehsil of Sirsa district, Haryana. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dabwali and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Sirsa. Masitan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Masitan is 060529. The village covers a total geographical area of 2214 hectares and falls under the 125104 pincode. Dabwali is the nearest town.
Masitan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dabwali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sirsa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Masitan
As per Census 2011, Masitan village has a total population of 5,579 people, consisting of 2,874 males and 2,705 females. The village has 1,082 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 750 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,719 literate and 2,860 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,013 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Masitan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,579 | 2,874 | 2,705 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 750 | 384 | 366 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,013 | 1,558 | 1,455 |
| Literate Population | 2,719 | 1,538 | 1,181 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,860 | 1,336 | 1,524 |
Nearby Villages of Masitan
Masitan 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 Masitan
Masitan 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 Masitan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sirsa to Masitan is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Masitan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Masitan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Masitan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Masitan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Masitan
Where is Masitan located?
Masitan village is located in Dabwali Tehsil, Sirsa district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Masitan?
Masitan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Masitan?
The pincode of Masitan is 125104.
What is the population of Masitan?
Masitan has a total population of 5,579, including 2,874 males and 2,705 females.
How many households are there in Masitan?
There are 1,082 households in Masitan.
What is the literacy rate in Masitan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Masitan is 48.74%. Male literacy is 53.51% and female literacy is 43.66%.