Kumshet
Kumshet is a village located in Mangaon tehsil of Raigarh district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Mangaon (tehsildar office) and 83km away from district headquarter Alibag. As per 2009 stats, Kumshet village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kumshet unique in its vibrant Mangaon-Raigarh region. You’ll see Kumshet’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 Kumshet
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kumshet is 554678. The village spans a total geographical area of 355 hectares. Mahad is nearest town to Kumshet village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kumshet 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 Mahad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kumshet
Population of Kumshet
According to the 2011 Census, Kumshet has a total population of about 305, with approximately 139 males and 166 females. The sex ratio is around 1194 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 31 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 42. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.31%, with male literacy at about 69.06% and female literacy near 54.82%. There are around 77 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kumshet's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 305 | 139 | 166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 14 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 20 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 187 | 96 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 118 | 43 | 75 |
Connectivity of Kumshet
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kumshet. As per the 2011 stats, Kumshet had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kumshet
Knowing the nearby villages of Kumshet helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kumshet.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kumshet
- Where is Kumshet located?
- Kumshet village is situated in Mangaon Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kumshet?
- Kumshet serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kumshet as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kumshet is 305, with 139 males and 166 females.
- How many households are there in Kumshet as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kumshet village has a total of 77 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kumshet as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kumshet is 61.31%. The male literacy rate is 69.06%, while the female literacy rate is 54.82%.