Masuria - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Masuria is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Masuria village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Masuria is 187106. The village covers a total geographical area of 62.42 hectares and falls under the 273404 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 Khajni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Masuria
As per Census 2011, Masuria village has a total population of 1,464 people, consisting of 747 males and 717 females. The village has 208 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 204 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 881 literate and 583 illiterate residents. Additionally, 277 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Masuria are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,464 | 747 | 717 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 204 | 110 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 277 | 140 | 137 |
| Literate Population | 881 | 535 | 346 |
| Illiterate Population | 583 | 212 | 371 |
Nearby Villages of Masuria
Masuria is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Masuria
Masuria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gorakhpur to Masuria is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Masuria
Where is Masuria located?
Masuria village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur 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 273404.
What is the population of Masuria?
Masuria has a total population of 1,464, including 747 males and 717 females.
How many households are there in Masuria?
There are 208 households in Masuria.
What is the literacy rate in Masuria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Masuria is 60.18%. Male literacy is 71.62% and female literacy is 48.26%.