Chandanapuri - Sangamner, Ahilyanagar
Chandanapuri is a village situated in the Sangamner tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from Sangamner and around 110 km from Ahmadnagar. Chandanapuri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandanapuri is 557412. The village covers a total geographical area of 709.53 hectares and falls under the 422605 pincode. Sangamner is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chandanapuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sangamner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shirdi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandanapuri
As per Census 2011, Chandanapuri village has a total population of 4,004 people, consisting of 2,074 males and 1,930 females. The village has 777 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 440 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,980 literate and 1,024 illiterate residents. Additionally, 438 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 117 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandanapuri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,004 | 2,074 | 1,930 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 440 | 247 | 193 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 438 | 226 | 212 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 117 | 67 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 2,980 | 1,682 | 1,298 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,024 | 392 | 632 |
Nearby Villages of Chandanapuri
Chandanapuri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hiwargaon Pawasa | North-East | 2.11 km |
| Gabhanawadi | South | 3.30 km |
| Sawargaon Tal | West | 3.50 km |
| Zole | North-West | 3.96 km |
| Shirapur | East | 4.25 km |
| Nimgaon Tembhi | North-East | 4.26 km |
| Vaiduwadi | North | 4.38 km |
| Pokhari Baleshwar | South-West | 5.09 km |
| Khandgaon | North | 5.27 km |
| Nimaj | North-West | 5.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chandanapuri
Public transport in the Chandanapuri is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sainagar Shirdi, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sangamner to Chandanapuri is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadnagar to Chandanapuri is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandanapuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandanapuri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chandanapuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandanapuri 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chandanapuri
Where is Chandanapuri located?
Chandanapuri village is located in Sangamner Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandanapuri?
Chandanapuri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chandanapuri?
The pincode of Chandanapuri is 422605.
What is the population of Chandanapuri?
Chandanapuri has a total population of 4,004, including 2,074 males and 1,930 females.
How many households are there in Chandanapuri?
There are 777 households in Chandanapuri.
What is the literacy rate in Chandanapuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandanapuri is 74.43%. Male literacy is 81.10% and female literacy is 67.25%.