Maswahan - Padhar, Mandi
Maswahan is a village situated in the Padhar tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Urla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maswahan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maswahan is 013087. The village covers a total geographical area of 68.15 hectares and falls under the 175020 pincode. Jogindarnagar is the nearest town.
Maswahan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Darang Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maswahan
As per Census 2011, Maswahan village has a total population of 336 people, consisting of 173 males and 163 females. The village has 83 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 251 literate and 85 illiterate residents. Additionally, 200 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maswahan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 336 | 173 | 163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 200 | 103 | 97 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 251 | 147 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 26 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Maswahan
Maswahan 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 Maswahan
Maswahan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Maswahan is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maswahan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maswahan 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Maswahan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maswahan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Maswahan
Where is Maswahan located?
Maswahan village is located in Padhar Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maswahan?
The Gram Panchayat of Maswahan is Urla.
What is the pincode of Maswahan?
The pincode of Maswahan is 175020.
What is the population of Maswahan?
Maswahan has a total population of 336, including 173 males and 163 females.
How many households are there in Maswahan?
There are 83 households in Maswahan.
What is the literacy rate in Maswahan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maswahan is 74.70%. Male literacy is 84.97% and female literacy is 63.80%.