Kagasht
Kagasht is a village located in Mangalvedhe tehsil of Solapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Mangalvedhe (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Solapur. As per 2009 stats, Kagasht village is also a gram panchayat.
Kagasht has its own place in the vibrant Solapur 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 Kagasht
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kagasht is 562682. The village spans a total geographical area of 586.28 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 413319. Mangalvedhe is nearest town to Kagasht village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kagasht 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 Pandharpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Solapur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Kagasht
Below is a concise population overview of Kagasht as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 895 | 486 | 409 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 66 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 63 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 591 | 359 | 232 |
| Illiterate Population | 304 | 127 | 177 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kagasht village:
- The total population of Kagasht village is around 895, including approximately 486 males and 409 females, with a sex ratio of 841 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 119 children aged 0–6 years in Kagasht village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kagasht village has 119 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 27 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kagasht village is about 66.03%, with male literacy at 73.87% and female literacy at 56.72%.
- There are around 182 households in Kagasht village.
Connectivity of Kagasht
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kagasht. As per the 2011 stats, Kagasht 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 Kagasht
Knowing the nearby villages of Kagasht helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kagasht.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kagasht
- Where is Kagasht located?
- Kagasht village is situated in Mangalvedhe Tehsil, within the Solapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kagasht?
- Kagasht serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kagasht?
- The pincode of Kagasht is 413319, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kagasht as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kagasht is 895, with 486 males and 409 females.
- How many households are there in Kagasht as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kagasht village has a total of 182 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kagasht as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kagasht is 66.03%. The male literacy rate is 73.87%, while the female literacy rate is 56.72%.