Masal
Masal is a village located in Nagrota Bagwan tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 23km away from district headquarter Nagrota Bagwan. Nagrota Bagwan is the sub-district headquarter of Masal village. As per 2009 stats, Massal is the gram panchayat of Masal village.
Masal has its own place in the vibrant Kangra region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Masal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Masal is 009904. The village spans a total geographical area of 57.52 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176056. Nagrota Bagwan is nearest town to Masal village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Masal
Below is a concise population overview of Masal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 843 | 432 | 411 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 46 | 55 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 103 | 56 | 47 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 621 | 353 | 268 |
Illiterate Population | 222 | 79 | 143 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Masal village:
- The total population of Masal village is around 843, including approximately 432 males and 411 females, with a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 101 children aged 0–6 years in Masal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Masal village has 103 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Masal village is about 73.67%, with male literacy at 81.71% and female literacy at 65.21%.
- There are around 174 households in Masal village.
Connectivity of Masal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Masal. As per the 2011 stats, Masal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Masal
Knowing the nearby villages of Masal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Masal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Masal
- Where is Masal located?
- Masal village is situated in Nagrota Bagwan Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Masal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Masal is Massal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Masal?
- The pincode of Masal is 176056, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Masal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Masal is 843, with 432 males and 411 females.
- How many households are there in Masal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Masal village has a total of 174 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Masal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Masal is 73.67%. The male literacy rate is 81.71%, while the female literacy rate is 65.21%.