Kini - 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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Kini village had a total population of 3,919 people, including 2,081 males and 1,838 females, living in 752 households. The sex ratio was 883 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.81%, with male literacy at 83.40% and female literacy at 60.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 974, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 77.
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 | 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 Village Panchayat of Kini?
Kini is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kini?
The pincode of Kini is 413216.
What is the population of Kini?
Kini had a total population of 3,919, including 2,081 males and 1,838 females.
How many households are there in Kini?
Kini had 752 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kini?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kini was 72.81%. Male literacy was 83.40% and female literacy was 60.67%.