Kinkhed - Akot, Akola
Kinkhed is a village situated in the Akot tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akot and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Kinkhed village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kinkhed is 529869. The village covers a total geographical area of 1210.74 hectares and falls under the 444111 pincode. Akot is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Kinkhed village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akola East Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akola Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kinkhed
As per Census 2011, Kinkhed village has a total population of 2,820 people, consisting of 1,501 males and 1,319 females. The village has 677 households and a sex ratio of 878 females per 1,000 males. There are 300 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,072 literate and 748 illiterate residents. Additionally, 844 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 90 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kinkhed are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,820 | 1,501 | 1,319 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 300 | 156 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 844 | 443 | 401 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 90 | 51 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 2,072 | 1,168 | 904 |
| Illiterate Population | 748 | 333 | 415 |
Nearby Villages of Kinkhed
Kinkhed 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhanore | South-East | 1.95 km |
| Chincholi Devdari | North | 2.41 km |
| Dharamwadi | South | 3.10 km |
| Dhotarkhed | East | 3.33 km |
| Rui | South-East | 3.91 km |
| Warkhed Kh. | North | 4.30 km |
| Pimpal Shenda | South | 4.57 km |
| Kothali Kh. | North | 4.74 km |
| Fetra | East | 5.19 km |
| Wadi Ramrao | South | 5.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kinkhed
Public transport in the Kinkhed is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Lohogad, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Akot to Kinkhed is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Kinkhed is about 20 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 Kinkhed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kinkhed 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kinkhed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kinkhed 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 Kinkhed
Where is Kinkhed located?
Kinkhed village is located in Akot Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kinkhed?
Kinkhed is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kinkhed?
The pincode of Kinkhed is 444111.
What is the population of Kinkhed?
Kinkhed has a total population of 2,820, including 1,501 males and 1,319 females.
How many households are there in Kinkhed?
There are 677 households in Kinkhed.
What is the literacy rate in Kinkhed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kinkhed is 73.48%. Male literacy is 77.81% and female literacy is 68.54%.