Massu - Rajgarhi, Uttarkashi
Massu is a village situated in the Rajgarhi tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barkot and around 107 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Rajgarhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Massu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Massu is 040343. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.92 hectares and falls under the 249141 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Massu 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 Massu
As per Census 2011, Massu village has a total population of 163 people, consisting of 83 males and 80 females. The village has 34 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 103 literate and 60 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Massu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 163 | 83 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 16 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 103 | 61 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 22 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Massu
Massu 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 Massu
Public transport in the Massu is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Massu is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Massu is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Massu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Massu 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 Massu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Massu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Massu
Where is Massu located?
Massu village is located in Rajgarhi Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Massu?
The Gram Panchayat of Massu is Rajgarhi.
What is the pincode of Massu?
The pincode of Massu is 249141.
What is the population of Massu?
Massu has a total population of 163, including 83 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Massu?
There are 34 households in Massu.
What is the literacy rate in Massu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Massu is 63.19%. Male literacy is 73.49% and female literacy is 52.50%.