Chapadgaon - Karjat, Ahilyanagar
Chapadgaon is a village situated in the Karjat tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from Karjat and around 82 km from Ahmadnagar. Chapadgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chapadgaon is 558558. The village covers a total geographical area of 2373.3 hectares and falls under the 414401 pincode. Ahmadnagar is the nearest town, located about 82 km away.
Chapadgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karjat jamkhed Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chapadgaon
As per Census 2011, Chapadgaon village has a total population of 3,705 people, consisting of 1,937 males and 1,768 females. The village has 835 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 367 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,532 literate and 1,173 illiterate residents. Additionally, 376 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 100 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chapadgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,705 | 1,937 | 1,768 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 367 | 210 | 157 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 376 | 188 | 188 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 100 | 47 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 2,532 | 1,470 | 1,062 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,173 | 467 | 706 |
Nearby Villages of Chapadgaon
Chapadgaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Nimgaon Daku | North | 3.68 km |
| Dighi | East | 3.98 km |
| Punwar | South-West | 4.30 km |
| Jategaon | South | 4.33 km |
| Jalkewadi | West | 5.24 km |
| Chondhi | North-East | 6.01 km |
| Patewadi | North-West | 6.78 km |
| Aghi | East | 6.99 km |
| Wadgaon (n) | South | 7.36 km |
| Anandwadi | North | 7.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chapadgaon
Chapadgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pophlaj, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.5 km.
| 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 Ahmadnagar to Chapadgaon is about 82 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chapadgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chapadgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chapadgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chapadgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chapadgaon
Where is Chapadgaon located?
Chapadgaon village is located in Karjat Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chapadgaon?
Chapadgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chapadgaon?
The pincode of Chapadgaon is 414401.
What is the population of Chapadgaon?
Chapadgaon has a total population of 3,705, including 1,937 males and 1,768 females.
How many households are there in Chapadgaon?
There are 835 households in Chapadgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Chapadgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chapadgaon is 68.34%. Male literacy is 75.89% and female literacy is 60.07%.