Masoo - Atholi (Paddar), Kishtwar
Masoo is a village situated in the Atholi (Paddar) tehsil of Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Atholi(padder) and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Kishtwar. Massu serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Masoo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Masoo is 004785. The village covers a total geographical area of 1344 hectares and falls under the 182204 pincode. Kishtwar is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Masoo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Masoo
According to the 2011 Census, Masoo village had a total population of 754 people, including 400 males and 354 females, living in 148 households. The sex ratio was 885 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.09%, with male literacy at 80.23% and female literacy at 48.45%. 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 | 754 | 400 | 354 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 46 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 18 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 440 | 284 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 314 | 116 | 198 |
Nearby Villages of Masoo
Masoo 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 Masoo
Masoo is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kishtwar to Masoo is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kishtwar to Masoo is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Masoo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Masoo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Masoo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Masoo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Masoo
Where is Masoo located?
Masoo village is located in Atholi (Paddar) Tehsil, Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Masoo?
The Halqa Panchayat of Masoo is Massu.
What is the pincode of Masoo?
The pincode of Masoo is 182204.
What is the population of Masoo?
Masoo had a total population of 754, including 400 males and 354 females.
How many households are there in Masoo?
Masoo had 148 households.
What is the literacy rate in Masoo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Masoo was 65.09%. Male literacy was 80.23% and female literacy was 48.45%.