Masna - Bichhiya, Mandla
Masna is a village situated in the Bichhiya tehsil of Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 63 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bichhiya and around 118 km from the district headquarters in Mandla. Madafa Mal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Masna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Masna is 493419. The village covers a total geographical area of 349.8 hectares and falls under the 481996 pincode. Bichhiya is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Masna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Masna
According to the 2011 Census, Masna village had a total population of 475 people, including 241 males and 234 females, living in 135 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.48%, with male literacy at 52.97% and female literacy at 29.32%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 440.
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 | 475 | 241 | 234 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 39 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 440 | 224 | 216 |
| Literate Population | 163 | 107 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 312 | 134 | 178 |
Nearby Villages of Masna
Masna 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 Masna
Masna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Masna has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bichhiya to Masna is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mandla to Masna is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Masna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Masna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Masna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Masna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Masna
Where is Masna located?
Masna village is located in Bichhiya Tehsil, Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Masna?
The Gram Panchayat of Masna is Madafa Mal.
What is the pincode of Masna?
The pincode of Masna is 481996.
What is the population of Masna?
Masna had a total population of 475, including 241 males and 234 females.
How many households are there in Masna?
Masna had 135 households.
What is the literacy rate in Masna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Masna was 41.48%. Male literacy was 52.97% and female literacy was 29.32%.