Kinhvali - Dahanu, Palghar
Kinhvali is a village situated in the Dahanu tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 60 km from Dahanu and around 128 km from Thane. Kinhavali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kinhvali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kinhvali is 551632. The village covers a total geographical area of 1649.37 hectares and falls under the 401606 pincode. Dahanu is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Kinhvali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dahanu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kinhvali
As per Census 2011, Kinhvali village has a total population of 2,163 people, consisting of 1,119 males and 1,044 females. The village has 331 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 402 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 767 literate and 1,396 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,157 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kinhvali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,163 | 1,119 | 1,044 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 402 | 203 | 199 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,157 | 1,114 | 1,043 |
| Literate Population | 767 | 503 | 264 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,396 | 616 | 780 |
Nearby Villages of Kinhvali
Kinhvali 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 Kinhvali
Kinhvali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dahanu to Kinhvali is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Kinhvali is about 128 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kinhvali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kinhvali 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 Kinhvali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kinhvali 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kinhvali
Where is Kinhvali located?
Kinhvali village is located in Dahanu Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kinhvali?
The Gram Panchayat of Kinhvali is Kinhavali.
What is the pincode of Kinhvali?
The pincode of Kinhvali is 401606.
What is the population of Kinhvali?
Kinhvali has a total population of 2,163, including 1,119 males and 1,044 females.
How many households are there in Kinhvali?
There are 331 households in Kinhvali.
What is the literacy rate in Kinhvali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kinhvali is 35.46%. Male literacy is 44.95% and female literacy is 25.29%.