Masipathan - Ghorawal, Sonbhadra
Masipathan is a village situated in the Ghorawal tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghorawal and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Masiadinath serves as the Gram Panchayat for Masipathan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Masipathan is 213143. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.33 hectares and falls under the 231210 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Masipathan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Masipathan
As per Census 2011, Masipathan village has a total population of 436 people, consisting of 225 males and 211 females. The village has 78 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 67 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 243 literate and 193 illiterate residents. Additionally, 360 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Masipathan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 436 | 225 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 36 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 360 | 190 | 170 |
| Literate Population | 243 | 138 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 193 | 87 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Masipathan
Masipathan 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 Masipathan
Masipathan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonbhadra to Masipathan is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sonbhadra to Masipathan is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Masipathan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Masipathan 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Masipathan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Masipathan 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 Masipathan
Where is Masipathan located?
Masipathan village is located in Ghorawal Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Masipathan?
The Gram Panchayat of Masipathan is Masiadinath.
What is the pincode of Masipathan?
The pincode of Masipathan is 231210.
What is the population of Masipathan?
Masipathan has a total population of 436, including 225 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Masipathan?
There are 78 households in Masipathan.
What is the literacy rate in Masipathan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Masipathan is 55.73%. Male literacy is 61.33% and female literacy is 49.76%.