Masalga
Masalga is a village located in Nilanga tehsil of Latur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Nilanga (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Latur. As per 2009 stats, Masalga village is also a gram panchayat.
Masalga has its own place in the vibrant Latur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Masalga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Masalga is 560735. The village spans a total geographical area of 569 hectares. Nilanga is nearest town to Masalga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Masalga 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 Nilanga Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Latur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Masalga
Population of Masalga
Below is a concise population overview of Masalga as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,199 | 1,143 | 1,056 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 304 | 166 | 138 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 732 | 370 | 362 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
Literate Population | 1,403 | 807 | 596 |
Illiterate Population | 796 | 336 | 460 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Masalga village:
- The total population of Masalga village is around 2,199, including approximately 1,143 males and 1,056 females, with a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 304 children aged 0–6 years in Masalga village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Masalga village has 732 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Masalga village is about 63.80%, with male literacy at 70.60% and female literacy at 56.44%.
- There are around 428 households in Masalga village.
Connectivity of Masalga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Masalga. As per the 2011 stats, Masalga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Masalga
Knowing the nearby villages of Masalga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Masalga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Masalga
- Where is Masalga located?
- Masalga village is situated in Nilanga Tehsil, within the Latur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Masalga?
- Masalga serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Masalga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Masalga is 2,199, with 1,143 males and 1,056 females.
- How many households are there in Masalga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Masalga village has a total of 428 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Masalga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Masalga is 63.80%. The male literacy rate is 70.60%, while the female literacy rate is 56.44%.