Masuria

Masuria is a village located in Dhaniakhali subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 13.9km away from sub-district headquarter Dhaniakhali (tehsildar office) and 36.4km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Bhastara is the gram panchayat of Masuria village.

Masuria has its own place in the vibrant Hugli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Masuria

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Masuria is 324669. The village spans a total geographical area of 104.94 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 712123. Tarakeswar is nearest town to Masuria village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 33km away.

When it comes to local governance, Masuria village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dhanekhali Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Masuria

Below is a concise population overview of Masuria as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 530 271 259
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 51 26 25
Scheduled Castes (SC) 198 97 101
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 59 29 30
Literate Population 390 213 177
Illiterate Population 140 58 82

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Masuria village:

  • The total population of Masuria village is around 530, including approximately 271 males and 259 females, with a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 51 children aged 0–6 years in Masuria village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Masuria village has 198 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 59 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Masuria village is about 73.58%, with male literacy at 78.60% and female literacy at 68.34%.
  • There are around 114 households in Masuria village.

Connectivity of Masuria

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Masuria. As per the 2011 stats, Masuria had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Masuria

Knowing the nearby villages of Masuria helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Masuria.

Frequently Asked Questions about Masuria

Where is Masuria located?
Masuria village is situated in Dhaniakhali Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Masuria?
The Gram Panchayat of Masuria is Bhastara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Masuria?
The pincode of Masuria is 712123, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Masuria as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Masuria is 530, with 271 males and 259 females.
How many households are there in Masuria as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Masuria village has a total of 114 households.
What is the literacy rate in Masuria as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Masuria is 73.58%. The male literacy rate is 78.60%, while the female literacy rate is 68.34%.