Kinal
Kinal is a village located in Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Handwara (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Kupwara. As per 2009 stats, Ring Path B is the gram panchayat of Kinal village.
Kinal has its own place in the vibrant Kupwara 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 Kinal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kinal is 000250. The village spans a total geographical area of 124.6 hectares. Kupwara is nearest town to Kinal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
Google Map of Kinal
Population of Kinal
Below is a concise population overview of Kinal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,427 | 733 | 694 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 403 | 223 | 180 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 659 | 379 | 280 |
| Illiterate Population | 768 | 354 | 414 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kinal village:
- The total population of Kinal village is around 1,427, including approximately 733 males and 694 females, with a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 403 children aged 0–6 years in Kinal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- The literacy rate of Kinal village is about 46.18%, with male literacy at 51.71% and female literacy at 40.35%.
- There are around 201 households in Kinal village.
Connectivity of Kinal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kinal. As per the 2011 stats, Kinal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kinal
Knowing the nearby villages of Kinal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kinal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kinal
- Where is Kinal located?
- Kinal village is situated in Handwara Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kinal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kinal is Ring Path B (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kinal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kinal is 1,427, with 733 males and 694 females.
- How many households are there in Kinal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kinal village has a total of 201 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kinal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kinal is 46.18%. The male literacy rate is 51.71%, while the female literacy rate is 40.35%.