Masit Palkot
Masit Palkot is a village located in Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Dasua (tehsildar office) and 29km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Masit Palkot village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Masit Palkot unique in its vibrant Dasua-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Masit Palkot’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 Masit Palkot
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Masit Palkot is 030860. The village spans a total geographical area of 270 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144212. Urmar Tanda is nearest town to Masit Palkot village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Masit Palkot
Population of Masit Palkot
According to the 2011 Census, Masit Palkot has a total population of about 1,855, with approximately 953 males and 902 females. The sex ratio is around 946 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 175 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 769 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.14%, with male literacy at about 80.38% and female literacy near 73.73%. There are around 398 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Masit Palkot's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,855 | 953 | 902 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 89 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 769 | 393 | 376 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,431 | 766 | 665 |
| Illiterate Population | 424 | 187 | 237 |
Connectivity of Masit Palkot
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Masit Palkot. As per the 2011 stats, Masit Palkot had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Masit Palkot
Knowing the nearby villages of Masit Palkot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Masit Palkot.
Frequently Asked Questions about Masit Palkot
- Where is Masit Palkot located?
- Masit Palkot village is situated in Dasua Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Masit Palkot?
- Masit Palkot serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Masit Palkot?
- The pincode of Masit Palkot is 144212, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Masit Palkot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Masit Palkot is 1,855, with 953 males and 902 females.
- How many households are there in Masit Palkot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Masit Palkot village has a total of 398 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Masit Palkot as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Masit Palkot is 77.14%. The male literacy rate is 80.38%, while the female literacy rate is 73.73%.