Masog - Karsog, Mandi
Masog is a village situated in the Karsog tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Lower Karsog serves as the Gram Panchayat for Masog village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Masog is 016152. The village covers a total geographical area of 29.6 hectares and falls under the 175011 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Masog village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karsog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Masog
According to the 2011 Census, Masog village had a total population of 196 people, including 107 males and 89 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 832 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.40%, with male literacy at 85.42% and female literacy at 65.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 144.
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 | 196 | 107 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 144 | 77 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 136 | 82 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 25 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Masog
Masog 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 Masog
Masog is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Mandi to Masog is about 124 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Masog
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Masog 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Masog
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Masog 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 Masog
Where is Masog located?
Masog village is located in Karsog Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Masog?
The Gram Panchayat of Masog is Lower Karsog.
What is the pincode of Masog?
The pincode of Masog is 175011.
What is the population of Masog?
Masog had a total population of 196, including 107 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Masog?
Masog had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Masog?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Masog was 76.40%. Male literacy was 85.42% and female literacy was 65.85%.