Kini Village - Akkalkot, Solapur
Kini is a village situated in the Akkalkot tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akkalkot and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Kini village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kini is 562857. The village covers a total geographical area of 2663 hectares and falls under the 413216 pincode. Akkalkot is the nearest town, located about 24 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 Akkalkot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kini
As per Census 2011, Kini village has a total population of 3,919 people, consisting of 2,081 males and 1,838 females. The village has 752 households and a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males. There are 469 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,512 literate and 1,407 illiterate residents. Additionally, 974 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 77 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kini are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,919 | 2,081 | 1,838 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 469 | 238 | 231 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 974 | 515 | 459 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 77 | 40 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 2,512 | 1,537 | 975 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,407 | 544 | 863 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Palapur | South-East | 3.43 km |
| Sultanpur | North-West | 3.79 km |
| Gulhalli | North-West | 4.19 km |
| Chungi | West | 4.20 km |
| Kajikanbas | North | 4.32 km |
| Kiniwadi | North-East | 4.96 km |
| Dahitna | North | 5.22 km |
| Badole Bk | South | 5.66 km |
| Kurnur | South-West | 6.27 km |
| Borgaon | South-East | 6.76 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 Tilati, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.0 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 Akkalkot to Kini is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Kini is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kini
Where is Kini located?
Kini village is located in Akkalkot Tehsil, Solapur 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 413216.
What is the population of Kini?
Kini has a total population of 3,919, including 2,081 males and 1,838 females.
How many households are there in Kini?
There are 752 households in Kini.
What is the literacy rate in Kini?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kini is 64.10%. Male literacy is 73.86% and female literacy is 53.05%.