Chas

Chas is a village located in Akola tehsil of Ahmadnagar district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Akola (tehsildar office) and 120km away from district headquarter Ahmadnagar. As per 2009 stats, Chas village is also a gram panchayat.

Chas has its own place in the vibrant Ahmadnagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Chas

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chas is 557307. The village spans a total geographical area of 1212 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 422610. Sangamner is nearest town to Chas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.

When it comes to local governance, Chas village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Akole Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shirdi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Chas

Below is a concise population overview of Chas as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,096 1,051 1,045
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 207 118 89
Scheduled Castes (SC) 108 56 52
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 243 125 118
Literate Population 1,478 851 627
Illiterate Population 618 200 418

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chas village:

  • The total population of Chas village is around 2,096, including approximately 1,051 males and 1,045 females, with a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 207 children aged 0–6 years in Chas village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chas village has 108 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 243 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Chas village is about 70.52%, with male literacy at 80.97% and female literacy at 60.00%.
  • There are around 450 households in Chas village.

Connectivity of Chas

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chas. As per the 2011 stats, Chas had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Chas

Knowing the nearby villages of Chas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chas.

Frequently Asked Questions about Chas

Where is Chas located?
Chas village is situated in Akola Tehsil, within the Ahmadnagar district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chas?
Chas serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Chas?
The pincode of Chas is 422610, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chas as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chas is 2,096, with 1,051 males and 1,045 females.
How many households are there in Chas as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chas village has a total of 450 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chas as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chas is 70.52%. The male literacy rate is 80.97%, while the female literacy rate is 60.00%.