Kinkhed
Kinkhed is a village located in Barshitakli tehsil of Akola district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Barshitakli (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Akola. As per 2009 stats, Sakharvira is the gram panchayat of Kinkhed village.
Kinkhed has its own place in the vibrant Akola region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Kinkhed
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kinkhed is 530546. The village spans a total geographical area of 419.85 hectares. Akola is nearest town to Kinkhed village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kinkhed village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Murtijapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Akola Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kinkhed
Population of Kinkhed
Below is a concise population overview of Kinkhed as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 502 | 249 | 253 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 21 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 36 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 138 | 66 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 348 | 197 | 151 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 52 | 102 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kinkhed village:
- The total population of Kinkhed village is around 502, including approximately 249 males and 253 females, with a sex ratio of 1016 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 50 children aged 0–6 years in Kinkhed village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kinkhed village has 70 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 138 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kinkhed village is about 69.32%, with male literacy at 79.12% and female literacy at 59.68%.
- There are around 139 households in Kinkhed village.
Connectivity of Kinkhed
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kinkhed. As per the 2011 stats, Kinkhed 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kinkhed
Knowing the nearby villages of Kinkhed helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kinkhed.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kinkhed
- Where is Kinkhed located?
- Kinkhed village is situated in Barshitakli Tehsil, within the Akola district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kinkhed?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kinkhed is Sakharvira (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kinkhed as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kinkhed is 502, with 249 males and 253 females.
- How many households are there in Kinkhed as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kinkhed village has a total of 139 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kinkhed as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kinkhed is 69.32%. The male literacy rate is 79.12%, while the female literacy rate is 59.68%.