Masuria - Pipra, Palamu
Masuria is a village situated in the Pipra subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pipra and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Daltonganj. Dalpatpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Masuria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Masuria is 365393. The village covers a total geographical area of 51 hectares and falls under the 822113 pincode.
Masuria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Masuria
According to the 2011 Census, Masuria village had a total population of 1,414 people, including 682 males and 732 females, living in 224 households. The sex ratio was 1,073 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.87%, with male literacy at 64.98% and female literacy at 47.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 196.
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 | 1,414 | 682 | 732 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 247 | 108 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 196 | 99 | 97 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 652 | 373 | 279 |
| Illiterate Population | 762 | 309 | 453 |
Nearby Villages of Masuria
Masuria 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 Masuria
Masuria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Daltonganj to Masuria is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Masuria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Masuria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Masuria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Masuria 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Masuria
Where is Masuria located?
Masuria village is located in Pipra Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Masuria?
The Gram Panchayat of Masuria is Dalpatpur.
What is the pincode of Masuria?
The pincode of Masuria is 822113.
What is the population of Masuria?
Masuria had a total population of 1,414, including 682 males and 732 females.
How many households are there in Masuria?
Masuria had 224 households.
What is the literacy rate in Masuria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Masuria was 55.87%. Male literacy was 64.98% and female literacy was 47.05%.