Massou - Bironkhal, Pauri Garhwal
Massou is a village situated in the Bironkhal tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 37 km from Thalisain and around 121 km from Pauri. Manso serves as the Gram Panchayat for Massou village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Massou is 046719. The village covers a total geographical area of 150.73 hectares and falls under the 246175 pincode. Pauri is the nearest town, located about 121 km away.
Massou village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Massou
According to the 2011 Census, Massou village had a total population of 185 people, including 82 males and 103 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 1,256 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.88%, with male literacy at 86.67% and female literacy at 67.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 111.
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 | 185 | 82 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 54 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 129 | 65 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 17 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Massou
Massou 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 Massou
Massou is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Pauri to Massou is about 121 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Massou
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Massou village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Massou
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Massou village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Massou
Where is Massou located?
Massou village is located in Bironkhal Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Massou?
The Gram Panchayat of Massou is Manso.
What is the pincode of Massou?
The pincode of Massou is 246175.
What is the population of Massou?
Massou had a total population of 185, including 82 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Massou?
Massou had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Massou?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Massou was 75.88%. Male literacy was 86.67% and female literacy was 67.37%.