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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Chanda village had a total population of 11,483 people, including 6,003 males and 5,480 females, living in 2,276 households. The sex ratio was 913 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.20%, with male literacy at 87.87% and female literacy at 74.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,637, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 86.
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 | 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 Village Panchayat of Chanda?
Chanda is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chanda?
The pincode of Chanda is 414606.
What is the population of Chanda?
Chanda had a total population of 11,483, including 6,003 males and 5,480 females.
How many households are there in Chanda?
Chanda had 2,276 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chanda was 81.20%. Male literacy was 87.87% and female literacy was 74.01%.