Kagasht - Mangalvedhe, Solapur
Kagasht is a village situated in the Mangalvedhe tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mangalvedhe and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Kagasht village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kagasht is 562682. The village covers a total geographical area of 586.28 hectares and falls under the 413319 pincode. Mangalvedhe is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Kagasht village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kagasht
As per Census 2011, Kagasht village has a total population of 895 people, consisting of 486 males and 409 females. The village has 182 households and a sex ratio of 841 females per 1,000 males. There are 119 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 591 literate and 304 illiterate residents. Additionally, 119 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kagasht are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Kagasht
Kagasht is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Karjal | South | 1.94 km |
| Diksal | West | 2.57 km |
| Lamantanda | North | 3.16 km |
| Katral | South-West | 3.28 km |
| Revathagaon | South-East | 3.72 km |
| Shiradon | South | 4.76 km |
| Maravade | North-West | 5.21 km |
| Yedrav | West | 5.35 km |
| Malewadi | South-West | 5.45 km |
| Umraj | North-East | 5.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kagasht
Public transport in the Kagasht is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mundhewadi, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.2 km.
| 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 Mangalvedhe to Kagasht is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Kagasht is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kagasht
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kagasht village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kagasht
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kagasht village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kagasht
Where is Kagasht located?
Kagasht village is located in Mangalvedhe Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kagasht?
Kagasht is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kagasht?
The pincode of Kagasht is 413319.
What is the population of Kagasht?
Kagasht has a total population of 895, including 486 males and 409 females.
How many households are there in Kagasht?
There are 182 households in Kagasht.
What is the literacy rate in Kagasht?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kagasht is 66.03%. Male literacy is 73.87% and female literacy is 56.72%.