Kinjari - Gudari, Rayagada
Kinjari is a village situated in the Gudari tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gudari and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Khariguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kinjari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kinjari is 426911. The village covers a total geographical area of 545 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 95 km away.
Kinjari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kinjari
According to the 2011 Census, Kinjari village had a total population of 100 people, including 49 males and 51 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 1,041 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 20.55%, with male literacy at 33.33% and female literacy at 8.11%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 100.
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 | 100 | 49 | 51 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 100 | 49 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 15 | 12 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 37 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Kinjari
Kinjari 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 Kinjari
Kinjari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Rayagada to Kinjari is about 95 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Kinjari 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 Kinjari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kinjari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kinjari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kinjari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kinjari
Where is Kinjari located?
Kinjari village is located in Gudari Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kinjari?
The Gram Panchayat of Kinjari is Khariguda.
What is the pincode of Kinjari?
The pincode of Kinjari is 765026.
What is the population of Kinjari?
Kinjari had a total population of 100, including 49 males and 51 females.
How many households are there in Kinjari?
Kinjari had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kinjari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kinjari was 20.55%. Male literacy was 33.33% and female literacy was 8.11%.