Chanda
Chanda is a village located in Nevasa tehsil of Ahmadnagar district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Nevasa (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Ahmadnagar. As per 2009 stats, Chanda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chanda unique in its vibrant Nevasa-Ahmadnagar region. You’ll see Chanda’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 Chanda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chanda is 557807. The village spans a total geographical area of 2776.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 414606. Ahmadnagar is nearest town to Chanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chanda 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 Nevasa 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 Chanda
Population of Chanda
According to the 2011 Census, Chanda has a total population of about 11,483, with approximately 6,003 males and 5,480 females. The sex ratio is around 912 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,483 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,637 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 86. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.71%, with male literacy at about 75.93% and female literacy near 65.00%. There are around 2,276 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chanda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,483 | 6,003 | 5,480 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,483 | 816 | 667 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,637 | 837 | 800 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 86 | 49 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 8,120 | 4,558 | 3,562 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,363 | 1,445 | 1,918 |
Connectivity of Chanda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chanda. As per the 2011 stats, Chanda 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chanda
Knowing the nearby villages of Chanda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chanda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chanda
- Where is Chanda located?
- Chanda village is situated in Nevasa Tehsil, within the Ahmadnagar district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chanda?
- Chanda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chanda?
- The pincode of Chanda is 414606, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chanda is 11,483, with 6,003 males and 5,480 females.
- How many households are there in Chanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chanda village has a total of 2,276 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chanda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chanda is 70.71%. The male literacy rate is 75.93%, while the female literacy rate is 65.00%.