Masu - Guhagar, Ratnagiri
Masu is a village situated in the Guhagar tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 59 km from the tehsil headquarters in Guhagar and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Masu village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Masu is 565447. The village covers a total geographical area of 561 hectares and falls under the 415726 pincode. Chiplun is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Masu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Guhagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Masu
According to the 2011 Census, Masu village had a total population of 399 people, including 173 males and 226 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 1,306 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.16%, with male literacy at 82.00% and female literacy at 58.17%.
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 | 399 | 173 | 226 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 23 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 244 | 123 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 50 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Masu
Masu 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 Masu
Masu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chiplun to Masu is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Masu is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Masu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Masu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Masu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Masu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Masu
Where is Masu located?
Masu village is located in Guhagar Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Masu?
Masu is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Masu?
The pincode of Masu is 415726.
What is the population of Masu?
Masu had a total population of 399, including 173 males and 226 females.
How many households are there in Masu?
Masu had 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Masu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Masu was 68.16%. Male literacy was 82.00% and female literacy was 58.17%.