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.
Here you can discover what makes Kesti unique in its vibrant Hukeri-Belgaum region. You’ll see Kesti’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Kesti has a total population of about 2,697, with approximately 1,335 males and 1,362 females. The sex ratio is around 1020 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 356 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 346 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 23. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.66%, with male literacy at about 64.87% and female literacy near 50.59%. There are around 538 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kesti's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.