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.
Here you can discover what makes Masur unique in its vibrant Karad-Satara region. You’ll see Masur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Masur has a total population of about 8,933, with approximately 4,444 males and 4,489 females. The sex ratio is around 1010 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 880 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 976 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 44. The overall literacy rate is approximately 79.92%, with male literacy at about 83.06% and female literacy near 76.81%. There are around 1,883 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Masur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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%.