Mashu
About Mashu
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Mashu village is 023431. Mashu village is located in Kamrau tehsil of Sirmaur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 106km away from district headquarter Kamrau. Kamrau is the sub-district headquarter of Mashu village. As per 2009 stats, Jamna is the gram panchayat of Mashu village.
The total geographical area of village is 342.75 hectares. Mashu has a total population of 985 peoples, out of which male population is 529 while female population is 456. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 862 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of mashu village is 63.96% out of which 72.78% males and 53.73% females are literate. There are about 123 houses in mashu village. Pincode of mashu village locality is 173029.
When it comes to administration, Mashu 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, Mashu village comes under Shillai Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Paonta Sahib is nearest town to mashu village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Mashu
The population details of Mashu 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 | 985 | 529 | 456 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 128 | 62 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 452 | 238 | 214 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 630 | 385 | 245 |
| Illiterate Population | 355 | 144 | 211 |
Connectivity of Mashu
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Mashu
Where is Mashu located?
Mashu village is situated in Kamrau Tehsil, within the Sirmaur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mashu?
The Gram Panchayat of Mashu is Jamna (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Mashu?
The pincode of Mashu is 173029, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mashu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mashu is 985, with 529 males and 456 females.
How many households are there in Mashu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mashu village has a total of 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mashu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mashu is 63.96%. The male literacy rate is 72.78%, while the female literacy rate is 53.73%.