Mastura - Bhitarwar, Gwalior
Mastura is a village situated in the Bhitarwar tehsil of Gwalior district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhitarwar and around 89 km from the district headquarters in Gwalior. Mastura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mastura is 454241. The village covers a total geographical area of 1200.94 hectares and falls under the 475220 pincode. Bhitarwar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Mastura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhitarwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mastura
As per Census 2011, Mastura village has a total population of 3,378 people, consisting of 1,764 males and 1,614 females. The village has 698 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 535 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,720 literate and 1,658 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,420 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 62 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mastura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,378 | 1,764 | 1,614 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 535 | 266 | 269 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,420 | 726 | 694 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 62 | 33 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 1,720 | 1,042 | 678 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,658 | 722 | 936 |
Nearby Villages of Mastura
Mastura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baniya Tor | South | 2.05 km |
| Jaura | South-East | 2.71 km |
| Mahutha | South-West | 2.87 km |
| Sehbai | West | 2.89 km |
| Richhari Kalan | North-West | 3.05 km |
| Shyampur | East | 3.06 km |
| Rahi | North | 3.12 km |
| Silha | South | 3.45 km |
| Gadhota | South-West | 3.47 km |
| Maragpur | North-East | 3.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mastura
Mastura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Renhat, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhitarwar to Mastura is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gwalior to Mastura is about 89 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mastura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mastura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mastura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mastura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mastura
Where is Mastura located?
Mastura village is located in Bhitarwar Tehsil, Gwalior district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mastura?
Mastura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mastura?
The pincode of Mastura is 475220.
What is the population of Mastura?
Mastura has a total population of 3,378, including 1,764 males and 1,614 females.
How many households are there in Mastura?
There are 698 households in Mastura.
What is the literacy rate in Mastura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mastura is 50.92%. Male literacy is 59.07% and female literacy is 42.01%.