Mashrain - Nerwa, Shimla
Mashrain is a village situated in the Nerwa tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 144 km from Shimla. Tharoch serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mashrain village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mashrain is 025710. The village covers a total geographical area of 136 hectares and falls under the 171210 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Mashrain 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 Mashrain
According to the 2011 Census, Mashrain village had a total population of 342 people, including 173 males and 169 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.39%, with male literacy at 83.65% and female literacy at 72.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 121, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 16.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Mashrain
Mashrain 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 Mashrain
Mashrain 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Mashrain is about 144 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mashrain
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mashrain 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 Mashrain
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mashrain 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 Mashrain
Where is Mashrain located?
Mashrain village is located in Nerwa Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mashrain?
The Gram Panchayat of Mashrain is Tharoch.
What is the pincode of Mashrain?
The pincode of Mashrain is 171210.
What is the population of Mashrain?
Mashrain had a total population of 342, including 173 males and 169 females.
How many households are there in Mashrain?
Mashrain had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mashrain?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mashrain was 78.39%. Male literacy was 83.65% and female literacy was 72.85%.