Mashran
Mashran is a village located in Nerua tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 144km away from district headquarter Nerua. Nerua is the sub-district headquarter of Mashran village. As per 2009 stats, Tharoch is the gram panchayat of Mashran village.
Mashran has its own place in the vibrant Shimla region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Mashran
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mashran is 025710. The village spans a total geographical area of 136 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171210. Chaupal is nearest town to Mashran village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Mashran village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chopal Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Mashran
Population of Mashran
Below is a concise population overview of Mashran as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 342 | 173 | 169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 14 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 121 | 61 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 243 | 133 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 40 | 59 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Mashran village:
- The total population of Mashran village is around 342, including approximately 173 males and 169 females, with a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 32 children aged 0–6 years in Mashran village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Mashran village has 121 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 16 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Mashran village is about 71.05%, with male literacy at 76.88% and female literacy at 65.09%.
- There are around 70 households in Mashran village.
Connectivity of Mashran
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mashran. As per the 2011 stats, Mashran had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mashran
Knowing the nearby villages of Mashran helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mashran.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mashran
- Where is Mashran located?
- Mashran village is situated in Nerua Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mashran?
- The Gram Panchayat of Mashran is Tharoch (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Mashran?
- The pincode of Mashran is 171210, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mashran as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mashran is 342, with 173 males and 169 females.
- How many households are there in Mashran as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mashran village has a total of 70 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mashran as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mashran is 71.05%. The male literacy rate is 76.88%, while the female literacy rate is 65.09%.