Masohal - Ramshahr, Solan
Masohal is a village situated in the Ramshahr tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Diggal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Masohal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Masohal is 020671. The village covers a total geographical area of 72.46 hectares and falls under the 174102 pincode. Nalagarh is the nearest town.
Masohal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Masohal
According to the 2011 Census, Masohal village had a total population of 164 people, including 78 males and 86 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 1,103 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.00%, with male literacy at 93.24% and female literacy at 67.90%.
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 | 164 | 78 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 124 | 69 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 9 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Masohal
Masohal 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 Masohal
Public transport in the Masohal 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 Masohal is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Masohal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Masohal 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 Masohal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Masohal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Masohal
Where is Masohal located?
Masohal village is located in Ramshahr Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Masohal?
The Gram Panchayat of Masohal is Diggal.
What is the pincode of Masohal?
The pincode of Masohal is 174102.
What is the population of Masohal?
Masohal had a total population of 164, including 78 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Masohal?
Masohal had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Masohal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Masohal was 80.00%. Male literacy was 93.24% and female literacy was 67.90%.