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.
Here you can discover what makes Mashagan unique in its vibrant Contai Iii-Purba Medinipur region. You’ll see Mashagan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Mashagan
Population of Mashagan
According to the 2011 Census, Mashagan has a total population of about 1,266, with approximately 650 males and 616 females. The sex ratio is around 947 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 138 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 317 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 80.96%, with male literacy at about 85.08% and female literacy near 76.62%. There are around 297 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mashagan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.