Kasara Kh. - Shahapur, Thane
Kasara Kh. is a village situated in the Shahapur tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 41 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahapur and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Kasara Kh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kasara Kh. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kasara Kh. is 552752. The village covers a total geographical area of 2629.09 hectares and falls under the 421602 pincode. Igatpuri is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Kasara Kh. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kasara Kh.
As per Census 2011, Kasara Kh. village has a total population of 2,588 people, consisting of 1,293 males and 1,295 females. The village has 460 households and a sex ratio of 1,001 females per 1,000 males. There are 443 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,145 literate and 1,443 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,395 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kasara Kh. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,588 | 1,293 | 1,295 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 443 | 236 | 207 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,395 | 1,183 | 1,212 |
| Literate Population | 1,145 | 703 | 442 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,443 | 590 | 853 |
Nearby Villages of Kasara Kh.
Kasara Kh. 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 Kasara Kh.
Public transport in the Kasara Kh. is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Igatpuri to Kasara Kh. is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Kasara Kh. is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kasara Kh.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kasara Kh. 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 Kasara Kh.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kasara Kh. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kasara Kh.
Where is Kasara Kh. located?
Kasara Kh. village is located in Shahapur Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kasara Kh.?
The Gram Panchayat of Kasara Kh. is Kasara Kh.
What is the pincode of Kasara Kh.?
The pincode of Kasara Kh. is 421602.
What is the population of Kasara Kh.?
Kasara Kh. has a total population of 2,588, including 1,293 males and 1,295 females.
How many households are there in Kasara Kh.?
There are 460 households in Kasara Kh..
What is the literacy rate in Kasara Kh.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kasara Kh. is 44.24%. Male literacy is 54.37% and female literacy is 34.13%.