Kiniwadi - Akkalkot, Solapur
Kiniwadi is a village situated in the Akkalkot tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akkalkot and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Kiniwadi village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kiniwadi is 562856. The village covers a total geographical area of 1106.95 hectares and falls under the 413216 pincode. Akkalkot is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kiniwadi 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 Kiniwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Kiniwadi village had a total population of 1,222 people, including 622 males and 600 females, living in 243 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.62%, with male literacy at 86.17% and female literacy at 63.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 55.
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 | 1,222 | 622 | 600 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 94 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 55 | 31 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 791 | 455 | 336 |
| Illiterate Population | 431 | 167 | 264 |
Nearby Villages of Kiniwadi
Kiniwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kajikanbas | North-West | 2.93 km |
| Palapur | South | 4.46 km |
| Sindgaon | East | 4.69 km |
| Nandgaon | North-East | 4.72 km |
| Kini | South-West | 4.96 km |
| Dahitna | North-West | 5.28 km |
| Gholasgaon | South-East | 5.30 km |
| Lohagaon | North | 5.89 km |
| Borgaon | South | 6.30 km |
| Gulhalli | West | 6.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kiniwadi
Kiniwadi 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 30.5 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 Kiniwadi is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Kiniwadi is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kiniwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kiniwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kiniwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kiniwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kiniwadi
Where is Kiniwadi located?
Kiniwadi village is located in Akkalkot Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Kiniwadi?
Kiniwadi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kiniwadi?
The pincode of Kiniwadi is 413216.
What is the population of Kiniwadi?
Kiniwadi had a total population of 1,222, including 622 males and 600 females.
How many households are there in Kiniwadi?
Kiniwadi had 243 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kiniwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kiniwadi was 74.62%. Male literacy was 86.17% and female literacy was 63.16%.