Maswar - Ghumarwin, Bilaspur
Maswar is a village situated in the Ghumarwin tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Harlog serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maswar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maswar is 019031. The village covers a total geographical area of 20.46 hectares and falls under the 174003 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Maswar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghumarwin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maswar
According to the 2011 Census, Maswar village had a total population of 128 people, including 62 males and 66 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 1,065 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.48%, with male literacy at 83.93% and female literacy at 70.91%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 128 | 62 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 6 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 86 | 47 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 15 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Maswar
Maswar 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 Maswar
Maswar 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 Maswar is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maswar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maswar 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Maswar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maswar 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 Maswar
Where is Maswar located?
Maswar village is located in Ghumarwin Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Maswar?
The Gram Panchayat of Maswar is Harlog.
What is the pincode of Maswar?
The pincode of Maswar is 174003.
What is the population of Maswar?
Maswar had a total population of 128, including 62 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Maswar?
Maswar had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maswar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maswar was 77.48%. Male literacy was 83.93% and female literacy was 70.91%.