Chapadgaon - Shevgaon, Ahilyanagar
Chapadgaon is a village situated in the Shevgaon tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from Shevgaon and around 75 km from Ahmadnagar. Chapadgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chapadgaon is 557898. The village covers a total geographical area of 1734.87 hectares and falls under the 414503 pincode. Ahmadnagar is the nearest town, located about 75 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 Shevgaon 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 3,984 people, consisting of 2,054 males and 1,930 females. The village has 835 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 472 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,655 literate and 1,329 illiterate residents. Additionally, 594 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chapadgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,984 | 2,054 | 1,930 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 472 | 261 | 211 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 594 | 313 | 281 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 2,655 | 1,522 | 1,133 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,329 | 532 | 797 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Warkhed | South-West | 2.96 km |
| Thakur Pimpalgaon | East | 3.01 km |
| Prabhuwadgaon | North-East | 3.17 km |
| Belgaon | South | 3.26 km |
| Sone Sangavi | West | 3.52 km |
| Lakhamapuri | North-East | 3.86 km |
| Gadewadi | North-West | 4.01 km |
| Chedechandgaon | South-East | 4.37 km |
| Sonvihir | East | 4.90 km |
| Dahigaon She | North | 4.97 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 Mukundwadi Halt, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.9 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 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chapadgaon
Where is Chapadgaon located?
Chapadgaon village is located in Shevgaon 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 414503.
What is the population of Chapadgaon?
Chapadgaon has a total population of 3,984, including 2,054 males and 1,930 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 66.64%. Male literacy is 74.10% and female literacy is 58.70%.