Kiniste - Mokhada, Palghar
Kiniste is a village situated in the Mokhada tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 29 km from Mokhada and around 110 km from Thane. Kiniste village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kiniste is 552007. The village covers a total geographical area of 638.47 hectares and falls under the 401604 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Kiniste village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kiniste
According to the 2011 Census, Kiniste village had a total population of 1,303 people, including 670 males and 633 females, living in 292 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.02%, with male literacy at 62.12% and female literacy at 45.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,267.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,303 | 670 | 633 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 172 | 84 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,267 | 652 | 615 |
| Literate Population | 611 | 364 | 247 |
| Illiterate Population | 692 | 306 | 386 |
Nearby Villages of Kiniste
Kiniste 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 Kiniste
Kiniste is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Jawhar to Kiniste is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Kiniste is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kiniste
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kiniste village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kiniste
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kiniste village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kiniste
Where is Kiniste located?
Kiniste village is located in Mokhada Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Kiniste?
Kiniste is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kiniste?
The pincode of Kiniste is 401604.
What is the population of Kiniste?
Kiniste had a total population of 1,303, including 670 males and 633 females.
How many households are there in Kiniste?
Kiniste had 292 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kiniste?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kiniste was 54.02%. Male literacy was 62.12% and female literacy was 45.32%.