Masthi
Masthi | |
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village | |
Country | India |
State | Karnataka |
District | Kolar |
Talukas | Malur |
Population (2001) | |
• Total | 6,409 |
Languages | |
• Official | Kannada |
Time zone | IST (UTC+5:30) |
Masthi is a village in the southern state of Karnataka, India.[1][2] It is located in the Malur taluk of Kolar district in Karnataka.
Demographics
As of 2001 India census, Masthi had a population of 6,409 with 3,276 males and 3,133 females.[1]
History
Although early history is unknown, it is known that this place was ruled by "polygars" (pah-leh-gara)(petty chieftains) until a new system of governance was introduced after English entry into mysore. This town had a significant Brahmin population in mid 1900s but not many remain to this day. Masthi Venkatesha Iyengar a well known Kannada writer hails from this place. More history can be read from Masthi venkatesha Iyengars autobiography "Bhaava".
See also
References
- 1 2 Village code= 1945100 "Census of India : Villages with population 5000 & above". Retrieved 2008-12-18.
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External links
District HQ: Kolar | |
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