Chorachiwadi - Shrigonda, Ahilyanagar
Chorachiwadi is a village situated in the Shrigonda tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from Shrigonda and around 65 km from Ahmadnagar. Chorachiwadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chorachiwadi is 558476. The village covers a total geographical area of 715.11 hectares and falls under the 413701 pincode. Shrigonda is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Chorachiwadi 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 Chorachiwadi
As per Census 2011, Chorachiwadi village has a total population of 1,252 people, consisting of 633 males and 619 females. The village has 261 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 134 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 883 literate and 369 illiterate residents. Additionally, 110 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chorachiwadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,252 | 633 | 619 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 68 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 53 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 883 | 491 | 392 |
| Illiterate Population | 369 | 142 | 227 |
Nearby Villages of Chorachiwadi
Chorachiwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhingan Dumala | East | 3.07 km |
| Velu | West | 3.08 km |
| Chikalthanwadi | South-West | 3.11 km |
| Pedgaon | South | 4.22 km |
| Kansewadi | South-West | 4.59 km |
| Anandwadi | South-East | 5.63 km |
| Ghodegaon | North-East | 6.24 km |
| Mundhekarwadi | West | 6.97 km |
| Limpangaon | West | 7.33 km |
| Chandgaon | East | 7.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chorachiwadi
Chorachiwadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shrigonda Road, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.2 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 Shrigonda to Chorachiwadi is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadnagar to Chorachiwadi is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chorachiwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chorachiwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chorachiwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chorachiwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chorachiwadi
Where is Chorachiwadi located?
Chorachiwadi village is located in Shrigonda Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chorachiwadi?
Chorachiwadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chorachiwadi?
The pincode of Chorachiwadi is 413701.
What is the population of Chorachiwadi?
Chorachiwadi has a total population of 1,252, including 633 males and 619 females.
How many households are there in Chorachiwadi?
There are 261 households in Chorachiwadi.
What is the literacy rate in Chorachiwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chorachiwadi is 70.53%. Male literacy is 77.57% and female literacy is 63.33%.