Kesti
Kesti is a village located in Hukeri taluka of Belgaum district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Hukkeri (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Belgaum. As per 2009 stats, Kesthi is the gram panchayat of Kesti village.
Kesti has its own place in the vibrant Belgaum 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 Kesti
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kesti is 597563. The village spans a total geographical area of 613.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 591313. Sankeshwar is nearest town to Kesti village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Kesti
Population of Kesti
Below is a concise population overview of Kesti as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,697 | 1,335 | 1,362 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 356 | 172 | 184 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 346 | 168 | 178 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 9 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 1,555 | 866 | 689 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,142 | 469 | 673 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kesti village:
- The total population of Kesti village is around 2,697, including approximately 1,335 males and 1,362 females, with a sex ratio of 1020 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 356 children aged 0–6 years in Kesti village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kesti village has 346 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 23 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kesti village is about 57.66%, with male literacy at 64.87% and female literacy at 50.59%.
- There are around 538 households in Kesti village.
Connectivity of Kesti
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kesti. As per the 2011 stats, Kesti 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kesti
Knowing the nearby villages of Kesti helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kesti.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kesti
- Where is Kesti located?
- Kesti village is situated in Hukeri Taluka, within the Belgaum district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kesti?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kesti is Kesthi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kesti?
- The pincode of Kesti is 591313, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kesti as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kesti is 2,697, with 1,335 males and 1,362 females.
- How many households are there in Kesti as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kesti village has a total of 538 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kesti as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kesti is 57.66%. The male literacy rate is 64.87%, while the female literacy rate is 50.59%.