Kinjawade - Devgad, Sindhudurg
Kinjawade is a village situated in the Devgad tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devgad and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Kinjawade village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kinjawade is 566299. The village covers a total geographical area of 2148 hectares and falls under the 416611 pincode. Malwan is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Kinjawade village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kankavli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kinjawade
As per Census 2011, Kinjawade village has a total population of 2,491 people, consisting of 1,242 males and 1,249 females. The village has 564 households and a sex ratio of 1,005 females per 1,000 males. There are 244 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,894 literate and 597 illiterate residents. Additionally, 118 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kinjawade are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,491 | 1,242 | 1,249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 244 | 135 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 118 | 54 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,894 | 999 | 895 |
| Illiterate Population | 597 | 243 | 354 |
Nearby Villages of Kinjawade
Kinjawade 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sherighera Kamte | West | 1.69 km |
| Torsole | North-East | 1.94 km |
| Kotkamte | South-West | 3.09 km |
| Lingdal | West | 3.30 km |
| Wareri | North-West | 4.89 km |
| Chandoshi | North | 4.92 km |
| Valivande | North-East | 5.09 km |
| Khudi | South | 5.40 km |
| Aare | South-East | 5.41 km |
| Dahibaon | West | 5.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kinjawade
Kinjawade is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kankavali, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.2 km.
| 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 Malwan to Kinjawade is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Kinjawade is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kinjawade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kinjawade village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kinjawade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kinjawade 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 Kinjawade
Where is Kinjawade located?
Kinjawade village is located in Devgad Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kinjawade?
Kinjawade is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kinjawade?
The pincode of Kinjawade is 416611.
What is the population of Kinjawade?
Kinjawade has a total population of 2,491, including 1,242 males and 1,249 females.
How many households are there in Kinjawade?
There are 564 households in Kinjawade.
What is the literacy rate in Kinjawade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kinjawade is 76.03%. Male literacy is 80.43% and female literacy is 71.66%.