Kas

Kas is a village located in Sawantwadi tehsil of Sindhudurg district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Sawantwadi (tehsildar office) and 31km away from district headquarter Oras Bk.. As per 2009 stats, Kas village is also a gram panchayat.

Kas has its own place in the vibrant Sindhudurg region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kas

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kas is 566917. The village spans a total geographical area of 583 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416511. Sawantwadi is nearest town to Kas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.

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Population of Kas

Below is a concise population overview of Kas as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,248 630 618
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 80 45 35
Scheduled Castes (SC) 41 20 21
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 977 532 445
Illiterate Population 271 98 173

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kas village:

  • The total population of Kas village is around 1,248, including approximately 630 males and 618 females, with a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 80 children aged 0–6 years in Kas village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kas village has 41 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kas village is about 78.29%, with male literacy at 84.44% and female literacy at 72.01%.
  • There are around 313 households in Kas village.

Connectivity of Kas

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kas. As per the 2011 stats, Kas 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 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Kas

Knowing the nearby villages of Kas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kas.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Kas

Where is Kas located?
Kas village is situated in Sawantwadi Tehsil, within the Sindhudurg district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kas?
Kas serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kas?
The pincode of Kas is 416511, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kas as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kas is 1,248, with 630 males and 618 females.
How many households are there in Kas as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kas village has a total of 313 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kas as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kas is 78.29%. The male literacy rate is 84.44%, while the female literacy rate is 72.01%.