Kinkhed
Kinkhed is a village located in Murtijapur tehsil of Akola district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Murtijapur (tehsildar office) and 57km away from district headquarter Akola. As per 2009 stats, Kinkhed village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kinkhed unique in its vibrant Murtijapur-Akola region. You’ll see Kinkhed’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 Kinkhed
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kinkhed is 530323. The village spans a total geographical area of 522 hectares. Murtijapur is nearest town to Kinkhed village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km 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
According to the 2011 Census, Kinkhed has a total population of about 914, with approximately 464 males and 450 females. The sex ratio is around 969 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 104 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 31 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 67. The overall literacy rate is approximately 79.32%, with male literacy at about 84.27% and female literacy near 74.22%. There are around 221 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kinkhed's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 914 | 464 | 450 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 50 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 67 | 30 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 725 | 391 | 334 |
| Illiterate Population | 189 | 73 | 116 |
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 village |
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 Murtijapur Tehsil, within the Akola district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kinkhed?
- Kinkhed serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kinkhed as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kinkhed is 914, with 464 males and 450 females.
- How many households are there in Kinkhed as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kinkhed village has a total of 221 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kinkhed as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kinkhed is 79.32%. The male literacy rate is 84.27%, while the female literacy rate is 74.22%.