Mashagan

Mashagan is a village located in Contai Iii subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Marishda are the district & sub-district headquarters of Mashagan village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Kusumpur is the gram panchayat of Mashagan village.

Mashagan has its own place in the vibrant Purba Medinipur 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 Mashagan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mashagan is 346522. The village spans a total geographical area of 53.75 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721452. Contai is nearest town to Mashagan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.

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Population of Mashagan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,266 650 616
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 138 70 68
Scheduled Castes (SC) 317 162 155
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,025 553 472
Illiterate Population 241 97 144

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

  • The total population of Mashagan village is around 1,266, including approximately 650 males and 616 females, with a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 138 children aged 0–6 years in Mashagan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Mashagan village has 317 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Mashagan village is about 80.96%, with male literacy at 85.08% and female literacy at 76.62%.
  • There are around 297 households in Mashagan village.

Connectivity of Mashagan

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

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

Nearby Villages of Mashagan

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

Sapai Maisadangar Sonakandi Bhadua Ranichak Uttar Raktia Olma Jukibheri Raniora Dakshinpithulia Uttar Pithulia

Frequently Asked Questions about Mashagan

Where is Mashagan located?
Mashagan village is situated in Contai Iii Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mashagan?
The Gram Panchayat of Mashagan is Kusumpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Mashagan?
The pincode of Mashagan is 721452, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mashagan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mashagan is 1,266, with 650 males and 616 females.
How many households are there in Mashagan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mashagan village has a total of 297 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mashagan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mashagan is 80.96%. The male literacy rate is 85.08%, while the female literacy rate is 76.62%.