Chas

Chas is a village located in Kopargaon tehsil of Ahmadnagar district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 36km away from sub-district headquarter Kopargaon (tehsildar office) and 110km away from district headquarter Ahmadnagar. As per 2009 stats, Chasnali is the gram panchayat of Chas village.

Here you can discover what makes Chas unique in its vibrant Kopargaon-Ahmadnagar region. You’ll see Chas’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Chas

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chas is 557502. The village spans a total geographical area of 900.25 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 423604. Kopargaon is nearest town to Chas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 36km 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 Kopargaon 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.

Google Map of Chas

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Population of Chas

According to the 2011 Census, Chas has a total population of about 3,893, with approximately 1,973 males and 1,920 females. The sex ratio is around 973 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 541 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 364 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,044. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.58%, with male literacy at about 70.10% and female literacy near 58.91%. There are around 792 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chas's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,893 1,973 1,920
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 541 296 245
Scheduled Castes (SC) 364 183 181
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,044 517 527
Literate Population 2,514 1,383 1,131
Illiterate Population 1,379 590 789

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 Kopargaon Tehsil, within the Ahmadnagar district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chas?
The Gram Panchayat of Chas is Chasnali (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chas?
The pincode of Chas is 423604, 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 3,893, with 1,973 males and 1,920 females.
How many households are there in Chas as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chas village has a total of 792 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chas as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chas is 64.58%. The male literacy rate is 70.10%, while the female literacy rate is 58.91%.