Masigam
Masigam is a village located in Gudiyatham taluka of Vellore district in Tamil Nadu, India. Vellore and Gudiyatham are the district & sub-district headquarters of Masigam village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Masigam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Masigam unique in its vibrant Gudiyatham-Vellore region. You’ll see Masigam’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 Masigam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Masigam is 630305. The village spans a total geographical area of 198.45 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 635810. Pernampattu is nearest town to Masigam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
When it comes to local governance, Masigam 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 Gudiyattam Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Vellore Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Masigam
Population of Masigam
According to the 2011 Census, Masigam has a total population of about 3,226, with approximately 1,621 males and 1,605 females. The sex ratio is around 990 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 390 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,110 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 71.20%, with male literacy at about 76.56% and female literacy near 65.79%. There are around 731 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Masigam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 3,226 | 1,621 | 1,605 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 390 | 217 | 173 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,110 | 1,081 | 1,029 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 2,297 | 1,241 | 1,056 |
Illiterate Population | 929 | 380 | 549 |
Connectivity of Masigam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Masigam. As per the 2011 stats, Masigam 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 village |
Railway Station | Available within 15 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Masigam
Knowing the nearby villages of Masigam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Masigam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Masigam
- Where is Masigam located?
- Masigam village is situated in Gudiyatham Taluka, within the Vellore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Masigam?
- Masigam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Masigam?
- The pincode of Masigam is 635810, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Masigam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Masigam is 3,226, with 1,621 males and 1,605 females.
- How many households are there in Masigam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Masigam village has a total of 731 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Masigam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Masigam is 71.20%. The male literacy rate is 76.56%, while the female literacy rate is 65.79%.