Masuria - Belthara Road, Ballia
Masuria is a village situated in the Belthara Road tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belthara Road and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Masuria village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Masuria is 197904. The village covers a total geographical area of 126.21 hectares and falls under the 221718 pincode.
Masuria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Belthara Road Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Salempur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Masuria
As per Census 2011, Masuria village has a total population of 1,348 people, consisting of 674 males and 674 females. The village has 209 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 159 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 946 literate and 402 illiterate residents. Additionally, 501 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 62 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Masuria are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,348 | 674 | 674 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 79 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 501 | 245 | 256 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 62 | 29 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 946 | 541 | 405 |
| Illiterate Population | 402 | 133 | 269 |
Nearby Villages of Masuria
Masuria is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Shankarpur | North | 0.95 km |
| Bisruf | South-East | 1.05 km |
| Supapali | East | 1.20 km |
| Rupwar Bhagwanpur | South-West | 1.33 km |
| Charouan | North-West | 2.00 km |
| Rajaram Patti | South | 2.04 km |
| Sikrahta | South | 2.19 km |
| Abbaspur | South-West | 2.20 km |
| Khandwa Rajpur | North-East | 2.25 km |
| Bishunpur Danda | South-East | 2.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Masuria
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Masuria. The nearest railway station is Gobindpur Dugli, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ballia to Masuria is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Masuria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Masuria 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Masuria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Masuria 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 Masuria
Where is Masuria located?
Masuria village is located in Belthara Road Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Masuria?
Masuria is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Masuria?
The pincode of Masuria is 221718.
What is the population of Masuria?
Masuria has a total population of 1,348, including 674 males and 674 females.
How many households are there in Masuria?
There are 209 households in Masuria.
What is the literacy rate in Masuria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Masuria is 70.18%. Male literacy is 80.27% and female literacy is 60.09%.