Kaikini
Kaikini is a village located in Bhatkal taluka of Uttara Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Bhatkal (tehsildar office) and 116km away from district headquarter Karwar. As per 2009 stats, Kaikini village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kaikini unique in its vibrant Bhatkal-Uttara Kannada region. You’ll see Kaikini’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kaikini
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kaikini is 603820. The village spans a total geographical area of 1407.69 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 581421. Bhatkal is nearest town to Kaikini village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Kaikini
Population of Kaikini
According to the 2011 Census, Kaikini has a total population of about 10,095, with approximately 5,040 males and 5,055 females. The sex ratio is around 1002 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 953 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,369 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 170. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.73%, with male literacy at about 75.79% and female literacy near 61.68%. There are around 2,158 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kaikini's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,095 | 5,040 | 5,055 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 953 | 484 | 469 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,369 | 692 | 677 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 170 | 91 | 79 |
| Literate Population | 6,938 | 3,820 | 3,118 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,157 | 1,220 | 1,937 |
Connectivity of Kaikini
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kaikini. As per the 2011 stats, Kaikini had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kaikini
Knowing the nearby villages of Kaikini helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kaikini.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kaikini
- Where is Kaikini located?
- Kaikini village is situated in Bhatkal Taluka, within the Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kaikini?
- Kaikini serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kaikini?
- The pincode of Kaikini is 581421, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kaikini as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kaikini is 10,095, with 5,040 males and 5,055 females.
- How many households are there in Kaikini as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kaikini village has a total of 2,158 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kaikini as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kaikini is 68.73%. The male literacy rate is 75.79%, while the female literacy rate is 61.68%.