Mashun
Mashun is a village located in Beerwah tehsil of Badgam district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Beerwah (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Budgam. As per 2009 stats, Dasan is the gram panchayat of Mashun village.
Here you can discover what makes Mashun unique in its vibrant Beerwah-Badgam region. You’ll see Mashun’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Mashun
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mashun is 000515. The village spans a total geographical area of 112 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 193411. Beerwah is nearest town to Mashun village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Mashun
Population of Mashun
According to the 2011 Census, Mashun has a total population of about 375, with approximately 184 males and 191 females. The sex ratio is around 1038 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 89 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 42.13%, with male literacy at about 48.37% and female literacy near 36.13%. There are around 56 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mashun's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 375 | 184 | 191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 41 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 158 | 89 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 217 | 95 | 122 |
Connectivity of Mashun
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mashun. As per the 2011 stats, Mashun had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mashun
Knowing the nearby villages of Mashun helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mashun.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mashun
- Where is Mashun located?
- Mashun village is situated in Beerwah Tehsil, within the Badgam district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mashun?
- The Gram Panchayat of Mashun is Dasan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Mashun?
- The pincode of Mashun is 193411, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mashun as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mashun is 375, with 184 males and 191 females.
- How many households are there in Mashun as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mashun village has a total of 56 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mashun as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mashun is 42.13%. The male literacy rate is 48.37%, while the female literacy rate is 36.13%.