Maska Laiya
Maska Laiya is a village located in Taljhari subdivision of Sahibganj district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Taljhari (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Sahibganj. As per 2009 stats, Maskalaiya is the gram panchayat of Maska Laiya village.
Here you can discover what makes Maska Laiya unique in its vibrant Taljhari-Sahibganj region. You’ll see Maska Laiya’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 Maska Laiya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Maska Laiya is 358833. The village spans a total geographical area of 331 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 816115. Taljhari is nearest town to Maska Laiya village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Maska Laiya
Population of Maska Laiya
According to the 2011 Census, Maska Laiya has a total population of about 1,938, with approximately 1,012 males and 926 females. The sex ratio is around 915 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 465 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 191 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 37.41%, with male literacy at about 47.04% and female literacy near 26.89%. There are around 400 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Maska Laiya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,938 | 1,012 | 926 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 465 | 236 | 229 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 191 | 104 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 725 | 476 | 249 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,213 | 536 | 677 |
Connectivity of Maska Laiya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Maska Laiya. As per the 2011 stats, Maska Laiya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Maska Laiya
Knowing the nearby villages of Maska Laiya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Maska Laiya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Maska Laiya
- Where is Maska Laiya located?
- Maska Laiya village is situated in Taljhari Subdivision, within the Sahibganj district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Maska Laiya?
- The Gram Panchayat of Maska Laiya is Maskalaiya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Maska Laiya?
- The pincode of Maska Laiya is 816115, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Maska Laiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Maska Laiya is 1,938, with 1,012 males and 926 females.
- How many households are there in Maska Laiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Maska Laiya village has a total of 400 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Maska Laiya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Maska Laiya is 37.41%. The male literacy rate is 47.04%, while the female literacy rate is 26.89%.