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
According to the 2011 Census, Masuria village had a total population of 1,464 people, including 747 males and 717 females, living in 208 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.92%, with male literacy at 83.99% and female literacy at 55.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 277.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,464 | 747 | 717 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 204 | 110 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 277 | 140 | 137 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,464, including 747 males and 717 females.
How many households are there in Masuria?
Masuria had 208 households.
What is the literacy rate in Masuria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Masuria was 69.92%. Male literacy was 83.99% and female literacy was 55.54%.