Mahasasa - Kalsi, Dehradun
Mahasasa is a village situated in the Kalsi tehsil of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 52 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalsi and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Dehradun. Kyari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahasasa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahasasa is 044832. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.05 hectares and falls under the 248001 pincode. Vikasnagar is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Mahasasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mahasasa
As per Census 2011, Mahasasa village has a total population of 85 people, consisting of 41 males and 44 females. The village has 8 households and a sex ratio of 1,073 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 46 literate and 39 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 65 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahasasa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 85 | 41 | 44 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 65 | 29 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 46 | 28 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 13 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Mahasasa
Mahasasa 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 Mahasasa
Mahasasa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vikasnagar to Mahasasa is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dehradun to Mahasasa is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahasasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahasasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mahasasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahasasa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mahasasa
Where is Mahasasa located?
Mahasasa village is located in Kalsi Tehsil, Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahasasa?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahasasa is Kyari.
What is the pincode of Mahasasa?
The pincode of Mahasasa is 248001.
What is the population of Mahasasa?
Mahasasa has a total population of 85, including 41 males and 44 females.
How many households are there in Mahasasa?
There are 8 households in Mahasasa.
What is the literacy rate in Mahasasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahasasa is 54.12%. Male literacy is 68.29% and female literacy is 40.91%.