Chimbhale - Shrigonda, Ahilyanagar
Chimbhale is a village situated in the Shrigonda tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from Shrigonda and around 60 km from Ahmadnagar. Chimbhale village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chimbhale is 558484. The village covers a total geographical area of 2456 hectares and falls under the 414701 pincode. Shrigonda is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Chimbhale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shrigonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chimbhale
According to the 2011 Census, Chimbhale village had a total population of 4,962 people, including 2,621 males and 2,341 females, living in 988 households. The sex ratio was 893 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.48%, with male literacy at 79.62% and female literacy at 64.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 768, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 315.
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 | 4,962 | 2,621 | 2,341 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 631 | 344 | 287 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 768 | 403 | 365 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 315 | 167 | 148 |
| Literate Population | 3,139 | 1,813 | 1,326 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,823 | 808 | 1,015 |
Nearby Villages of Chimbhale
Chimbhale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hangewadi | South-West | 3.31 km |
| Shirasgaon Bodkha | East | 3.96 km |
| Masalwadi | South-East | 4.25 km |
| Vangdari | South | 5.14 km |
| Parwatwadi | North-East | 5.74 km |
| Bori | West | 5.89 km |
| Yelapne | North-West | 5.93 km |
| Loni Vyanknath | East | 5.93 km |
| Madhewadgaon | South-East | 6.54 km |
| Chormalewadi | South-East | 6.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chimbhale
Public transport in the Chimbhale is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Belvandi, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shrigonda to Chimbhale is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadnagar to Chimbhale is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chimbhale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chimbhale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chimbhale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chimbhale village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chimbhale
Where is Chimbhale located?
Chimbhale village is located in Shrigonda Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Chimbhale?
Chimbhale is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chimbhale?
The pincode of Chimbhale is 414701.
What is the population of Chimbhale?
Chimbhale had a total population of 4,962, including 2,621 males and 2,341 females.
How many households are there in Chimbhale?
Chimbhale had 988 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chimbhale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chimbhale was 72.48%. Male literacy was 79.62% and female literacy was 64.56%.