Masur
Masur is a village located in Karad tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Karad (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Satara. As per 2009 stats, Masur village is also a gram panchayat.
Masur has its own place in the vibrant Satara 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 Masur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Masur is 564505. The village spans a total geographical area of 1215.43 hectares. Karad is nearest town to Masur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
When it comes to local governance, Masur 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 Karad North Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Satara Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Masur
Population of Masur
Below is a concise population overview of Masur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,933 | 4,444 | 4,489 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 880 | 452 | 428 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 976 | 475 | 501 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 19 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 7,139 | 3,691 | 3,448 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,794 | 753 | 1,041 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Masur village:
- The total population of Masur village is around 8,933, including approximately 4,444 males and 4,489 females, with a sex ratio of 1010 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 880 children aged 0–6 years in Masur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Masur village has 976 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 44 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Masur village is about 79.92%, with male literacy at 83.06% and female literacy at 76.81%.
- There are around 1,883 households in Masur village.
Connectivity of Masur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Masur. As per the 2011 stats, Masur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Masur
Knowing the nearby villages of Masur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Masur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Masur
- Where is Masur located?
- Masur village is situated in Karad Tehsil, within the Satara district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Masur?
- Masur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Masur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Masur is 8,933, with 4,444 males and 4,489 females.
- How many households are there in Masur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Masur village has a total of 1,883 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Masur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Masur is 79.92%. The male literacy rate is 83.06%, while the female literacy rate is 76.81%.