Khoste

Khoste is a village located in Vikramgad tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Vikramgad (tehsildar office) and 39km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Khoste village is also a gram panchayat.

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 551821. The village spans a total geographical area of 867 hectares. Jawhar is nearest town to Khoste village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 47km 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 1,169 565 604
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 176 84 92
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,161 561 600
Literate Population 684 392 292
Illiterate Population 485 173 312

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

  • The total population of Khoste village is around 1,169, including approximately 565 males and 604 females, with a sex ratio of 1069 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 176 children aged 0–6 years in Khoste village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Khoste village has 1,161 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Khoste village is about 58.51%, with male literacy at 69.38% and female literacy at 48.34%.
  • There are around 268 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 village
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 Vikramgad Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khoste?
Khoste serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Khoste as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khoste is 1,169, with 565 males and 604 females.
How many households are there in Khoste as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Khoste village has a total of 268 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khoste as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khoste is 58.51%. The male literacy rate is 69.38%, while the female literacy rate is 48.34%.