Mashliuna - Chaupal, Shimla
Mashliuna is a village situated in the Chaupal tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Lingzar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mashliuna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mashliuna is 025528. The village covers a total geographical area of 8.76 hectares and falls under the 171211 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Mashliuna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chopal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mashliuna
According to the 2011 Census, Mashliuna village had a total population of 35 people, including 17 males and 18 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 1,059 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.07%, with male literacy at 68.75% and female literacy at 53.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13.
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 | 35 | 17 | 18 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 1 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 4 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 17 | 6 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Mashliuna
Mashliuna 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 Mashliuna
Mashliuna 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 Shimla to Mashliuna is about 127 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mashliuna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mashliuna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mashliuna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mashliuna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mashliuna
Where is Mashliuna located?
Mashliuna village is located in Chaupal Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mashliuna?
The Gram Panchayat of Mashliuna is Lingzar.
What is the pincode of Mashliuna?
The pincode of Mashliuna is 171211.
What is the population of Mashliuna?
Mashliuna had a total population of 35, including 17 males and 18 females.
How many households are there in Mashliuna?
Mashliuna had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mashliuna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mashliuna was 62.07%. Male literacy was 68.75% and female literacy was 53.85%.