Kingra
Kingra is a village located in Malout tehsil of Muktsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Malout (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Muktsar. As per 2009 stats, Kingra village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kingra unique in its vibrant Malout-Muktsar region. You’ll see Kingra’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kingra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kingra is 035282. The village spans a total geographical area of 598 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 152107. Malout is nearest town to Kingra village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kingra village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Malout Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Firozpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kingra
Population of Kingra
According to the 2011 Census, Kingra has a total population of about 1,189, with approximately 620 males and 569 females. The sex ratio is around 917 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 135 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 683 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.34%, with male literacy at about 59.84% and female literacy near 50.44%. There are around 246 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kingra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,189 | 620 | 569 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 75 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 683 | 358 | 325 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 658 | 371 | 287 |
| Illiterate Population | 531 | 249 | 282 |
Connectivity of Kingra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kingra. As per the 2011 stats, Kingra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kingra
Knowing the nearby villages of Kingra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kingra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kingra
- Where is Kingra located?
- Kingra village is situated in Malout Tehsil, within the Muktsar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kingra?
- Kingra serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kingra?
- The pincode of Kingra is 152107, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kingra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kingra is 1,189, with 620 males and 569 females.
- How many households are there in Kingra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kingra village has a total of 246 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kingra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kingra is 55.34%. The male literacy rate is 59.84%, while the female literacy rate is 50.44%.