Kihim
Kihim is a village located in Alibag tehsil of Raigarh district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Alibag (tehsildar office) and 11km away from district headquarter Alibag. As per 2009 stats, Kihim village is also a gram panchayat.
Kihim has its own place in the vibrant Raigarh region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Kihim
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kihim is 554022. The village spans a total geographical area of 365 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 402201. Alibag is nearest town to Kihim village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Kihim
Population of Kihim
Below is a concise population overview of Kihim as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,582 | 1,285 | 1,297 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 257 | 137 | 120 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 28 | 29 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 467 | 229 | 238 |
Literate Population | 2,009 | 1,043 | 966 |
Illiterate Population | 573 | 242 | 331 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kihim village:
- The total population of Kihim village is around 2,582, including approximately 1,285 males and 1,297 females, with a sex ratio of 1009 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 257 children aged 0–6 years in Kihim village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kihim village has 57 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 467 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kihim village is about 77.81%, with male literacy at 81.17% and female literacy at 74.48%.
- There are around 636 households in Kihim village.
Connectivity of Kihim
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kihim. As per the 2011 stats, Kihim had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kihim
Knowing the nearby villages of Kihim helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kihim.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kihim
- Where is Kihim located?
- Kihim village is situated in Alibag Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kihim?
- Kihim serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kihim?
- The pincode of Kihim is 402201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kihim as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kihim is 2,582, with 1,285 males and 1,297 females.
- How many households are there in Kihim as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kihim village has a total of 636 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kihim as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kihim is 77.81%. The male literacy rate is 81.17%, while the female literacy rate is 74.48%.