Masthi
| Masthi | |
|---|---|
| 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".
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