Masun - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Masun is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 121 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Pundori serves as the Gram Panchayat for Masun village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Masun is 043151. The village covers a total geographical area of 94.36 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Masun village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Masun
As per Census 2011, Masun village has a total population of 111 people, consisting of 54 males and 57 females. The village has 27 households and a sex ratio of 1,055 females per 1,000 males. There are 12 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 81 literate and 30 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Masun are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 111 | 54 | 57 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 81 | 45 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 30 | 9 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Masun
Masun 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 Masun
Public transport in the Masun 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 Devprayag to Masun is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Masun is about 121 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Masun
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Masun village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Masun
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Masun 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 Masun
Where is Masun located?
Masun village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Masun?
The Gram Panchayat of Masun is Pundori.
What is the pincode of Masun?
The pincode of Masun is 249161.
What is the population of Masun?
Masun has a total population of 111, including 54 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Masun?
There are 27 households in Masun.
What is the literacy rate in Masun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Masun is 72.97%. Male literacy is 83.33% and female literacy is 63.16%.