Kinkhed - Barshitakli, Akola
Kinkhed is a village situated in the Barshitakli tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barshitakli and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Sakharvira serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kinkhed village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kinkhed is 530546. The village covers a total geographical area of 419.85 hectares and falls under the 444401 pincode. Akola is the nearest town, located about 40 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 Murtijapur 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 502 people, consisting of 249 males and 253 females. The village has 139 households and a sex ratio of 1,016 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 348 literate and 154 illiterate residents. Additionally, 70 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 138 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kinkhed are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Kinkhed
Kinkhed 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 Kinkhed
Public transport in the Kinkhed is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kinkhed.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Akola to Kinkhed is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kinkhed
Where is Kinkhed located?
Kinkhed village is located in Barshitakli Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kinkhed?
The Gram Panchayat of Kinkhed is Sakharvira.
What is the pincode of Kinkhed?
The pincode of Kinkhed is 444401.
What is the population of Kinkhed?
Kinkhed has a total population of 502, including 249 males and 253 females.
How many households are there in Kinkhed?
There are 139 households in Kinkhed.
What is the literacy rate in Kinkhed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kinkhed is 69.32%. Male literacy is 79.12% and female literacy is 59.68%.