Kashti
Kashti is a village located in Malegaon tehsil of Nashik district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Malegaon (tehsildar office) and 118km away from district headquarter Nashik. As per 2009 stats, Kashti village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kashti unique in its vibrant Malegaon-Nashik region. You’ll see Kashti’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 Kashti
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kashti is 550220. The village spans a total geographical area of 918 hectares. Malegaon is nearest town to Kashti village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kashti 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 Malegaon outer Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dhule Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kashti
Population of Kashti
According to the 2011 Census, Kashti has a total population of about 2,690, with approximately 1,398 males and 1,292 females. The sex ratio is around 924 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 431 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 18 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,096. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.98%, with male literacy at about 70.46% and female literacy near 56.97%. There are around 483 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kashti's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,690 | 1,398 | 1,292 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 431 | 229 | 202 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,096 | 1,079 | 1,017 |
| Literate Population | 1,721 | 985 | 736 |
| Illiterate Population | 969 | 413 | 556 |
Connectivity of Kashti
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kashti. As per the 2011 stats, Kashti 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kashti
Knowing the nearby villages of Kashti helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kashti.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kashti
- Where is Kashti located?
- Kashti village is situated in Malegaon Tehsil, within the Nashik district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kashti?
- Kashti serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kashti as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kashti is 2,690, with 1,398 males and 1,292 females.
- How many households are there in Kashti as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kashti village has a total of 483 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kashti as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kashti is 63.98%. The male literacy rate is 70.46%, while the female literacy rate is 56.97%.