Chitalwedhe - Akole, Ahilyanagar
Chitalwedhe is a village situated in the Akole tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from Akola and around 137 km from Ahmadnagar. Chitalwedhe village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chitalwedhe is 557167. The village covers a total geographical area of 360 hectares and falls under the 422604 pincode. Sangamner is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Chitalwedhe village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akole Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shirdi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chitalwedhe
According to the 2011 Census, Chitalwedhe village had a total population of 1,049 people, including 528 males and 521 females, living in 225 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.40%, with male literacy at 93.70% and female literacy at 70.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 60, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 91.
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 | 1,049 | 528 | 521 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 68 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 28 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 91 | 45 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 754 | 431 | 323 |
| Illiterate Population | 295 | 97 | 198 |
Nearby Villages of Chitalwedhe
Chitalwedhe 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 Chitalwedhe
Public transport in the Chitalwedhe 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 Sangamner to Chitalwedhe is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadnagar to Chitalwedhe is about 137 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chitalwedhe
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chitalwedhe village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chitalwedhe
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chitalwedhe village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chitalwedhe
Where is Chitalwedhe located?
Chitalwedhe village is located in Akole Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Chitalwedhe?
Chitalwedhe is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chitalwedhe?
The pincode of Chitalwedhe is 422604.
What is the population of Chitalwedhe?
Chitalwedhe had a total population of 1,049, including 528 males and 521 females.
How many households are there in Chitalwedhe?
Chitalwedhe had 225 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chitalwedhe?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chitalwedhe was 82.40%. Male literacy was 93.70% and female literacy was 70.99%.