Kinkaria - Mahuva, Bhavnagar
Kinkaria is a village situated in the Mahuva taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuva and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Kinkaria village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kinkaria is 516736. The village covers a total geographical area of 1026.2 hectares and falls under the 364280 pincode. Mahuva is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kinkaria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahuva Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kinkaria
According to the 2011 Census, Kinkaria village had a total population of 3,118 people, including 1,609 males and 1,509 females, living in 590 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.57%, with male literacy at 80.91% and female literacy at 53.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 164.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,118 | 1,609 | 1,509 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 448 | 247 | 201 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 164 | 85 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,804 | 1,102 | 702 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,314 | 507 | 807 |
Nearby Villages of Kinkaria
Kinkaria is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kinkaria
Kinkaria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kinkaria.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mahuva to Kinkaria is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Kinkaria is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kinkaria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kinkaria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kinkaria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kinkaria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kinkaria
Where is Kinkaria located?
Kinkaria village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kinkaria?
Kinkaria is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kinkaria?
The pincode of Kinkaria is 364280.
What is the population of Kinkaria?
Kinkaria had a total population of 3,118, including 1,609 males and 1,509 females.
How many households are there in Kinkaria?
Kinkaria had 590 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kinkaria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kinkaria was 67.57%. Male literacy was 80.91% and female literacy was 53.67%.