Kinhala - Ashti, Wardha
Kinhala is a village situated in the Ashti tehsil of Wardha district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ashti and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Wardha. Kinhala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kinhala is 533461. The village covers a total geographical area of 285.34 hectares and falls under the 442202 pincode. Arvi is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kinhala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arvi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wardha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kinhala
According to the 2011 Census, Kinhala village had a total population of 947 people, including 492 males and 455 females, living in 232 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.67%, with male literacy at 85.22% and female literacy at 79.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 154, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 209.
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 | 947 | 492 | 455 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 59 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 154 | 83 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 209 | 108 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 687 | 369 | 318 |
| Illiterate Population | 260 | 123 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Kinhala
Kinhala is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kinhala
Kinhala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Arvi to Kinhala is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Wardha to Kinhala is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kinhala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kinhala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kinhala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kinhala 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kinhala
Where is Kinhala located?
Kinhala village is located in Ashti Tehsil, Wardha district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kinhala?
Kinhala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kinhala?
The pincode of Kinhala is 442202.
What is the population of Kinhala?
Kinhala had a total population of 947, including 492 males and 455 females.
How many households are there in Kinhala?
Kinhala had 232 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kinhala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kinhala was 82.67%. Male literacy was 85.22% and female literacy was 79.90%.