Masu - Kamrau, Sirmaur
Masu is a village situated in the Kamrau tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Mashu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Masu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Masu is 023431. The village covers a total geographical area of 342.75 hectares and falls under the 173029 pincode. Paonta Sahib is the nearest town.
Masu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shillai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Masu
According to the 2011 Census, Masu village had a total population of 985 people, including 529 males and 456 females, living in 123 households. The sex ratio was 862 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.51%, with male literacy at 82.44% and female literacy at 62.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 452.
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 | 985 | 529 | 456 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 62 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 452 | 238 | 214 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 630 | 385 | 245 |
| Illiterate Population | 355 | 144 | 211 |
Nearby Villages of Masu
Masu 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 Masu
Masu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Nahan to Masu is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Masu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Masu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Masu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Masu 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Masu
Where is Masu located?
Masu village is located in Kamrau Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Masu?
The Gram Panchayat of Masu is Mashu.
What is the pincode of Masu?
The pincode of Masu is 173029.
What is the population of Masu?
Masu had a total population of 985, including 529 males and 456 females.
How many households are there in Masu?
Masu had 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Masu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Masu was 73.51%. Male literacy was 82.44% and female literacy was 62.82%.