Masihal

Masihal is a village located in Devadurga taluka of Raichur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Devadurga (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Raichur. As per 2009 stats, Hirebudur is the gram panchayat of Masihal village.

Here you can discover what makes Masihal unique in its vibrant Devadurga-Raichur region. You’ll see Masihal’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 Masihal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Masihal is 600647. The village spans a total geographical area of 463.71 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 584126. Devadurga is nearest town to Masihal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.

When it comes to local governance, Masihal village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Devadurga Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raichur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Masihal

Population of Masihal

According to the 2011 Census, Masihal has a total population of about 671, with approximately 318 males and 353 females. The sex ratio is around 1110 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 93 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 113 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 129. The overall literacy rate is approximately 24.29%, with male literacy at about 35.53% and female literacy near 14.16%. There are around 132 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Masihal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

Connectivity of Masihal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Masihal. As per the 2011 stats, Masihal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Nearby Villages of Masihal

Knowing the nearby villages of Masihal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Masihal.

Frequently Asked Questions about Masihal