Mashal
About Mashal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Mashal village is 620090. Mashal village is located in Afzalpur taluka of Gulbarga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Afzalpur (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Gulbarga. As per 2009 stats, Mashal village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 7879.95 hectares. Mashal has a total population of 11,015 peoples, out of which male population is 5,637 while female population is 5,378. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 954 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of mashal village is 52.25% out of which 61.68% males and 42.36% females are literate. There are about 2,012 houses in mashal village. Pincode of mashal village locality is 585217.
When it comes to administration, Mashal village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Mashal village comes under Afzalpur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kalaburagi Lok Sabha constituency. Afzalpur is nearest town to mashal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
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Population of Mashal
The population details of Mashal cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,015 | 5,637 | 5,378 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,594 | 807 | 787 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 2,786 | 1,445 | 1,341 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 29 | 12 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 5,755 | 3,477 | 2,278 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,260 | 2,160 | 3,100 |
Connectivity of Mashal
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Mashal
Where is Mashal located?
Mashal village is situated in Afzalpur Taluka, within the Gulbarga district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mashal?
Mashal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Mashal?
The pincode of Mashal is 585217, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mashal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mashal is 11,015, with 5,637 males and 5,378 females.
How many households are there in Mashal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mashal village has a total of 2,012 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mashal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mashal is 52.25%. The male literacy rate is 61.68%, while the female literacy rate is 42.36%.