Kingi - Baraily, Raisen
Kingi is a village situated in the Baraily tehsil of Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baraily and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Raisen. Kingi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kingi is 484573. The village covers a total geographical area of 568.26 hectares and falls under the 464668 pincode. Baraily is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Kingi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udaipura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kingi
As per Census 2011, Kingi village has a total population of 836 people, consisting of 444 males and 392 females. The village has 197 households and a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males. There are 113 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 511 literate and 325 illiterate residents. Additionally, 125 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 42 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kingi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 836 | 444 | 392 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 62 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 125 | 71 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 23 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 511 | 299 | 212 |
| Illiterate Population | 325 | 145 | 180 |
Nearby Villages of Kingi
Kingi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhind | North | 2.19 km |
| Simrod | South-East | 2.31 km |
| Baniya Khedi | East | 3.16 km |
| Pipaliya Karansingh | North | 3.73 km |
| Nayagaon Kalan | South | 3.77 km |
| Dhokheda (part) | South-West | 3.86 km |
| Chhuchhar | North-East | 3.98 km |
| Maheshwar | South-East | 4.11 km |
| Johar Barha | East | 4.38 km |
| Kotpar Ganesh | South-West | 4.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kingi
Kingi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pipariya, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baraily to Kingi is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raisen to Kingi 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 Kingi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kingi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kingi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kingi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kingi
Where is Kingi located?
Kingi village is located in Baraily Tehsil, Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kingi?
Kingi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kingi?
The pincode of Kingi is 464668.
What is the population of Kingi?
Kingi has a total population of 836, including 444 males and 392 females.
How many households are there in Kingi?
There are 197 households in Kingi.
What is the literacy rate in Kingi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kingi is 61.12%. Male literacy is 67.34% and female literacy is 54.08%.