Kinkel - Kersai, Simdega
Kinkel is a village situated in the Kersai subdivision of Simdega district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kersai and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Simdega. Kinkel village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kinkel is 376515. The village covers a total geographical area of 1903 hectares and falls under the 835212 pincode.
Kinkel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kinkel
As per Census 2011, Kinkel village has a total population of 3,833 people, consisting of 1,899 males and 1,934 females. The village has 756 households and a sex ratio of 1,018 females per 1,000 males. There are 591 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,312 literate and 1,521 illiterate residents. Additionally, 371 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,118 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kinkel are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,833 | 1,899 | 1,934 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 591 | 305 | 286 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 371 | 190 | 181 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,118 | 1,528 | 1,590 |
| Literate Population | 2,312 | 1,232 | 1,080 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,521 | 667 | 854 |
Nearby Villages of Kinkel
Kinkel 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 Kinkel
Kinkel is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Simdega to Kinkel is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kinkel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kinkel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kinkel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kinkel village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kinkel
Where is Kinkel located?
Kinkel village is located in Kersai Subdivision, Simdega district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kinkel?
Kinkel is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kinkel?
The pincode of Kinkel is 835212.
What is the population of Kinkel?
Kinkel has a total population of 3,833, including 1,899 males and 1,934 females.
How many households are there in Kinkel?
There are 756 households in Kinkel.
What is the literacy rate in Kinkel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kinkel is 60.32%. Male literacy is 64.88% and female literacy is 55.84%.