Mahasu
About Mahasu
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Mahasu village is 026306. Mahasu village is located in Kotkhai tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 64km away from district headquarter Kotkhai. Kotkhai is the sub-district headquarter of Mahasu village. As per 2009 stats, Mahasu village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 129.1 hectares. Mahasu has a total population of 298 peoples, out of which male population is 152 while female population is 146. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 960 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of mahasu village is 85.57% out of which 84.21% males and 86.99% females are literate. There are about 77 houses in mahasu village. Pincode of mahasu village locality is 171202.
When it comes to administration, Mahasu village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Mahasu village comes under Jubbal-Kotkhai Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Kotkhai is nearest town to mahasu village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Mahasu
The population details of Mahasu cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 298 | 152 | 146 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 22 | 15 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 180 | 88 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 255 | 128 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 24 | 19 |
Connectivity of Mahasu
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Mahasu
Where is Mahasu located?
Mahasu village is situated in Kotkhai Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahasu?
Mahasu serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Mahasu?
The pincode of Mahasu is 171202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mahasu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mahasu is 298, with 152 males and 146 females.
How many households are there in Mahasu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mahasu village has a total of 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahasu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mahasu is 85.57%. The male literacy rate is 84.21%, while the female literacy rate is 86.99%.