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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Kashti village had a total population of 570 people, including 274 males and 296 females, living in 107 households. The sex ratio was 1,080 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.81%, with male literacy at 80.09% and female literacy at 52.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 568.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 Village Panchayat of Kashti?
Kashti is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kashti?
The pincode of Kashti is 401604.
What is the population of Kashti?
Kashti had a total population of 570, including 274 males and 296 females.
How many households are there in Kashti?
Kashti had 107 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kashti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kashti was 65.81%. Male literacy was 80.09% and female literacy was 52.30%.