Mashru - Mamlig, Solan
Mashru is a village situated in the Mamlig tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 60 km from Solan. Syri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mashru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mashru is 022284. The village covers a total geographical area of 38.81 hectares and falls under the 173207 pincode. Jutogh is the nearest town.
Mashru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Solan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mashru
According to the 2011 Census, Mashru village had a total population of 62 people, including 29 males and 33 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 1,138 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.57%, with male literacy at 91.67% and female literacy at 89.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 39.
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 | 62 | 29 | 33 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 48 | 22 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 7 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Mashru
Mashru 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 Mashru
Mashru 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Mashru is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mashru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mashru 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 Mashru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mashru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mashru
Where is Mashru located?
Mashru village is located in Mamlig Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mashru?
The Gram Panchayat of Mashru is Syri.
What is the pincode of Mashru?
The pincode of Mashru is 173207.
What is the population of Mashru?
Mashru had a total population of 62, including 29 males and 33 females.
How many households are there in Mashru?
Mashru had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mashru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mashru was 90.57%. Male literacy was 91.67% and female literacy was 89.66%.