Kashti - Mokhada, Palghar
Kashti is a village situated in the Mokhada tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 37 km from Mokhada and around 110 km from Thane. Kashti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kashti is 552006. The village covers a total geographical area of 970 hectares and falls under the 401604 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Kashti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kashti
As per Census 2011, Kashti village has a total population of 570 people, consisting of 274 males and 296 females. The village has 107 households and a sex ratio of 1,080 females per 1,000 males. There are 105 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 306 literate and 264 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 568 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kashti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 570 | 274 | 296 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 48 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 568 | 273 | 295 |
| Literate Population | 306 | 181 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 264 | 93 | 171 |
Nearby Villages of Kashti
Kashti is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kashti
Kashti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jawhar to Kashti is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Kashti is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kashti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kashti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kashti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kashti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kashti
Where is Kashti located?
Kashti village is located in Mokhada Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kashti?
Kashti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kashti?
The pincode of Kashti is 401604.
What is the population of Kashti?
Kashti has a total population of 570, including 274 males and 296 females.
How many households are there in Kashti?
There are 107 households in Kashti.
What is the literacy rate in Kashti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kashti is 53.68%. Male literacy is 66.06% and female literacy is 42.23%.