Kinjani - Ukhimath, Rudraprayag
Kinjani is a village situated in the Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 56 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ukhimath and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Kinjhani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kinjani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kinjani is 042254. The village covers a total geographical area of 91 hectares and falls under the 246425 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Kinjani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kedarnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kinjani
According to the 2011 Census, Kinjani village had a total population of 1,020 people, including 474 males and 546 females, living in 219 households. The sex ratio was 1,152 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.69%, with male literacy at 95.33% and female literacy at 68.51%.
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 | 1,020 | 474 | 546 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 67 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 723 | 388 | 335 |
| Illiterate Population | 297 | 86 | 211 |
Nearby Villages of Kinjani
Kinjani 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 Kinjani
Public transport in the Kinjani is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rudraprayag to Kinjani is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kinjani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kinjani 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kinjani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kinjani 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 Kinjani
Where is Kinjani located?
Kinjani village is located in Ukhimath Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kinjani?
The Gram Panchayat of Kinjani is Kinjhani.
What is the pincode of Kinjani?
The pincode of Kinjani is 246425.
What is the population of Kinjani?
Kinjani had a total population of 1,020, including 474 males and 546 females.
How many households are there in Kinjani?
Kinjani had 219 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kinjani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kinjani was 80.69%. Male literacy was 95.33% and female literacy was 68.51%.