Kinyal - Ramhal (Tarathpora), Kupwara
Kinyal is a village situated in the Ramhal (Tarathpora) tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 4 km from Handwara and around 15 km from Kupwara. Kenyal serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Kinyal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kinyal is 000250. The village covers a total geographical area of 124.6 hectares and falls under the 193224 pincode. Kupwara is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Kinyal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Handwara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kinyal
According to the 2011 Census, Kinyal village had a total population of 1,427 people, including 733 males and 694 females, living in 201 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.36%, with male literacy at 74.31% and female literacy at 54.47%.
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 | 1,427 | 733 | 694 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 403 | 223 | 180 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 659 | 379 | 280 |
| Illiterate Population | 768 | 354 | 414 |
Nearby Villages of Kinyal
Kinyal 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 Kinyal
Kinyal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kupwara to Kinyal is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Kinyal is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kinyal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kinyal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kinyal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kinyal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kinyal
Where is Kinyal located?
Kinyal village is located in Ramhal (Tarathpora) Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Kinyal?
The Halqa Panchayat of Kinyal is Kenyal.
What is the pincode of Kinyal?
The pincode of Kinyal is 193224.
What is the population of Kinyal?
Kinyal had a total population of 1,427, including 733 males and 694 females.
How many households are there in Kinyal?
Kinyal had 201 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kinyal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kinyal was 64.36%. Male literacy was 74.31% and female literacy was 54.47%.