Masthi | |
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village | |
Country | India |
State | Karnataka |
District | Kolar |
Talukas | Malur |
Population (2001) | |
• Total | 6,409 |
Languages | |
• Official | Kannada |
Time zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) |
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.
As of 2001[update] India census, Masthi had a population of 6,409 with 3,276 males and 3,133 females.[1]
Although early history is unknown, it is known that this place was ruled by "Maha Hasti" (pah-leh-gara) (petty chieftains) until a new system of governance was introduced after English entry into Mysore. Masthi had a significant Brahmin population in mid 1900s but not many remain to this day. Masthi Venkatesha Iyengar, a Kannada writer, is from Masthi.
District HQ: Kolar | |
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