Masalgaon - Rajgarhi, Uttarkashi
Masalgaon is a village situated in the Rajgarhi tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barkot and around 129 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Masalgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Masalgaon is 040334. The village covers a total geographical area of 111.09 hectares and falls under the 249141 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Masalgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Purola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Masalgaon
As per Census 2011, Masalgaon village has a total population of 498 people, consisting of 249 males and 249 females. The village has 109 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 288 literate and 210 illiterate residents. Additionally, 82 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Masalgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 498 | 249 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 34 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 41 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 288 | 191 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 210 | 58 | 152 |
Nearby Villages of Masalgaon
Masalgaon 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 Masalgaon
Masalgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Barkot to Masalgaon is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Masalgaon is about 129 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Masalgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Masalgaon 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 Masalgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Masalgaon 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 Masalgaon
Where is Masalgaon located?
Masalgaon village is located in Rajgarhi Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Masalgaon?
Masalgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Masalgaon?
The pincode of Masalgaon is 249141.
What is the population of Masalgaon?
Masalgaon has a total population of 498, including 249 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Masalgaon?
There are 109 households in Masalgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Masalgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Masalgaon is 57.83%. Male literacy is 76.71% and female literacy is 38.96%.