Masdhan - Ghumarwin, Bilaspur
Masdhan is a village situated in the Ghumarwin tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Morsinghi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Masdhan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Masdhan is 018936. The village covers a total geographical area of 38.93 hectares and falls under the 174026 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Masdhan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bilaspur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Masdhan
As per Census 2011, Masdhan village has a total population of 238 people, consisting of 116 males and 122 females. The village has 57 households and a sex ratio of 1,051 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 181 literate and 57 illiterate residents. Additionally, 87 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Masdhan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 238 | 116 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 46 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 181 | 94 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 22 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Masdhan
Masdhan 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 Masdhan
Masdhan 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 <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Masdhan is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Masdhan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Masdhan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Masdhan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Masdhan 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 Masdhan
Where is Masdhan located?
Masdhan village is located in Ghumarwin Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Masdhan?
The Gram Panchayat of Masdhan is Morsinghi.
What is the pincode of Masdhan?
The pincode of Masdhan is 174026.
What is the population of Masdhan?
Masdhan has a total population of 238, including 116 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Masdhan?
There are 57 households in Masdhan.
What is the literacy rate in Masdhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Masdhan is 76.05%. Male literacy is 81.03% and female literacy is 71.31%.