Mashraon - Chaupal, Shimla
Mashraon is a village situated in the Chaupal tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Mashdoh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mashraon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mashraon is 025447. The village covers a total geographical area of 38 hectares and falls under the 171211 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Mashraon 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 Mashraon
As per Census 2011, Mashraon village has a total population of 87 people, consisting of 41 males and 46 females. The village has 14 households and a sex ratio of 1,121 females per 1,000 males. There are 12 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 64 literate and 23 illiterate residents. Additionally, 30 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mashraon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 87 | 41 | 46 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 3 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 34 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 7 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Mashraon
Mashraon 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 Mashraon
Mashraon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Mashraon is about 125 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 Mashraon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mashraon 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mashraon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mashraon 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Mashraon
Where is Mashraon located?
Mashraon village is located in Chaupal Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mashraon?
The Gram Panchayat of Mashraon is Mashdoh.
What is the pincode of Mashraon?
The pincode of Mashraon is 171211.
What is the population of Mashraon?
Mashraon has a total population of 87, including 41 males and 46 females.
How many households are there in Mashraon?
There are 14 households in Mashraon.
What is the literacy rate in Mashraon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mashraon is 73.56%. Male literacy is 82.93% and female literacy is 65.22%.