Khoste

Khoste is a village located in Shahapur tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Shahapur (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Bhavse is the gram panchayat of Khoste village.

Khoste has its own place in the vibrant Thane 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 Khoste

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khoste is 552707. The village spans a total geographical area of 571 hectares. Bhiwandi is nearest town to Khoste village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.

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Population of Khoste

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 354 184 170
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 36 25 11
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 352 183 169
Literate Population 230 137 93
Illiterate Population 124 47 77

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

  • The total population of Khoste village is around 354, including approximately 184 males and 170 females, with a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 36 children aged 0–6 years in Khoste village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Khoste village has 352 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Khoste village is about 64.97%, with male literacy at 74.46% and female literacy at 54.71%.
  • There are around 77 households in Khoste village.

Connectivity of Khoste

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khoste. As per the 2011 stats, Khoste 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 Khoste

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Khoste

Where is Khoste located?
Khoste village is situated in Shahapur Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khoste?
The Gram Panchayat of Khoste is Bhavse (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Khoste as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khoste is 354, with 184 males and 170 females.
How many households are there in Khoste as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Khoste village has a total of 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khoste as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khoste is 64.97%. The male literacy rate is 74.46%, while the female literacy rate is 54.71%.