Mashot - Kupvi, Shimla
Mashot is a village situated in the Kupvi tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 220 km from Shimla. Jubbli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mashot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mashot is 025670. The village covers a total geographical area of 232.65 hectares and falls under the 171217 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Mashot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Mashot
According to the 2011 Census, Mashot village had a total population of 403 people, including 207 males and 196 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.55%, with male literacy at 80.77% and female literacy at 61.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 168.
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 | 403 | 207 | 196 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 25 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 168 | 86 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 249 | 147 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 60 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Mashot
Mashot 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 Mashot
Mashot 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 | 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 Mashot is about 220 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mashot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mashot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mashot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mashot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mashot
Where is Mashot located?
Mashot village is located in Kupvi Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mashot?
The Gram Panchayat of Mashot is Jubbli.
What is the pincode of Mashot?
The pincode of Mashot is 171217.
What is the population of Mashot?
Mashot had a total population of 403, including 207 males and 196 females.
How many households are there in Mashot?
Mashot had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mashot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mashot was 71.55%. Male literacy was 80.77% and female literacy was 61.45%.