Kini - Hatkanangle, Kolhapur
Kini is a village situated in the Hatkanangle tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hatkanangle and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Kini village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kini is 567265. The village covers a total geographical area of 1125 hectares and falls under the 416112 pincode. Vadgaon Kasba is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Kini village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hatkanangle Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Kini
As per Census 2011, Kini village has a total population of 7,786 people, consisting of 4,006 males and 3,780 females. The village has 1,698 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 766 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,772 literate and 2,014 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,441 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kini are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,786 | 4,006 | 3,780 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 766 | 422 | 344 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,441 | 723 | 718 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 5 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 5,772 | 3,158 | 2,614 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,014 | 848 | 1,166 |
Nearby Villages of Kini
Kini 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghunaki | North-West | 2.76 km |
| Bhadole | South-East | 3.22 km |
| Vathar Tarf Vadgaon | South-West | 3.41 km |
| Kanegaon | North | 3.62 km |
| Koregaon | North-East | 3.75 km |
| Bahadurwadi | North | 4.07 km |
| Talsande | West | 4.69 km |
| Chavare | North-West | 4.74 km |
| Tandulwadi | North | 5.53 km |
| Pharnewadi(shigaon) | North-East | 5.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kini
Kini is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rukadi, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Vadgaon Kasba to Kini is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Kini is about 22 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 Kini
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kini village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kini
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kini village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kini
Where is Kini located?
Kini village is located in Hatkanangle Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kini?
Kini is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kini?
The pincode of Kini is 416112.
What is the population of Kini?
Kini has a total population of 7,786, including 4,006 males and 3,780 females.
How many households are there in Kini?
There are 1,698 households in Kini.
What is the literacy rate in Kini?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kini is 74.13%. Male literacy is 78.83% and female literacy is 69.15%.