Masari - Mori, Uttarkashi
Masari is a village situated in the Mori tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mori and around 195 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Masari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Masari is 040218. The village covers a total geographical area of 510.39 hectares and falls under the 249128 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 98 km away.
Masari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Masari
As per Census 2011, Masari village has a total population of 783 people, consisting of 410 males and 373 females. The village has 119 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 111 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 225 literate and 558 illiterate residents. Additionally, 331 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Masari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 783 | 410 | 373 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 49 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 331 | 173 | 158 |
| Literate Population | 225 | 164 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 558 | 246 | 312 |
Nearby Villages of Masari
Masari 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 Masari
Masari 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Masari is about 98 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Masari is about 195 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Masari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Masari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Masari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Masari 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 Masari
Where is Masari located?
Masari village is located in Mori Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Masari?
Masari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Masari?
The pincode of Masari is 249128.
What is the population of Masari?
Masari has a total population of 783, including 410 males and 373 females.
How many households are there in Masari?
There are 119 households in Masari.
What is the literacy rate in Masari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Masari is 28.74%. Male literacy is 40.00% and female literacy is 16.35%.