Chanda - Nevasa, Ahilyanagar
Chanda is a village situated in the Nevasa tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from Nevasa and around 40 km from Ahmadnagar. Chanda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chanda is 557807. The village covers a total geographical area of 2776.9 hectares and falls under the 414606 pincode. Ahmadnagar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Chanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nevasa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shirdi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chanda
As per Census 2011, Chanda village has a total population of 11,483 people, consisting of 6,003 males and 5,480 females. The village has 2,276 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,483 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 8,120 literate and 3,363 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,637 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 86 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chanda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,483 | 6,003 | 5,480 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,483 | 816 | 667 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,637 | 837 | 800 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 86 | 49 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 8,120 | 4,558 | 3,562 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,363 | 1,445 | 1,918 |
Nearby Villages of Chanda
Chanda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Loharwadi | South-West | 3.04 km |
| Morgavhan | South-West | 4.27 km |
| Barhanpur | North-West | 4.93 km |
| Rastapur | North | 4.94 km |
| Shankarwadi | South | 5.77 km |
| Mandegavhan | South-West | 5.87 km |
| Ghodegaon | West | 5.95 km |
| Kangoni | North-West | 7.03 km |
| Fattepur | North-East | 7.40 km |
| Zapwadi | West | 7.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chanda
Chanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vambori, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ahmadnagar to Chanda is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chanda
Where is Chanda located?
Chanda village is located in Nevasa Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chanda?
Chanda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chanda?
The pincode of Chanda is 414606.
What is the population of Chanda?
Chanda has a total population of 11,483, including 6,003 males and 5,480 females.
How many households are there in Chanda?
There are 2,276 households in Chanda.
What is the literacy rate in Chanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chanda is 70.71%. Male literacy is 75.93% and female literacy is 65.00%.