Mastara - Shikaripara, Dumka
Mastara is a village situated in the Shikaripara subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shikaripara and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Bankijore serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mastara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mastara is 370954. The village covers a total geographical area of 82 hectares and falls under the 816118 pincode. Dumka is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Mastara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mastara
According to the 2011 Census, Mastara village had a total population of 0 people, including 0 males and 0 females, living in 0 households.
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 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Nearby Villages of Mastara
Mastara is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gumropahar | East | 0.99 km |
| Rasnala | West | 1.12 km |
| Kalyanpur | South-East | 1.13 km |
| Purpahar | North-West | 1.24 km |
| Saraibinda Bindaksol | South-West | 1.28 km |
| Kharijol | South | 1.55 km |
| Salaipahar | North | 1.72 km |
| Talpamar | East | 1.81 km |
| Rajpara | North-West | 2.02 km |
| Behrapahari | North | 2.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mastara
The nearest railway station is Mallarpur, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dumka to Mastara is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Mastara
Where is Mastara located?
Mastara village is located in Shikaripara Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mastara?
The Gram Panchayat of Mastara is Bankijore.
What is the pincode of Mastara?
The pincode of Mastara is 816118.