Chinchkhed - Murtijapur, Akola
Chinchkhed is a village situated in the Murtijapur tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murtijapur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Ramtek serves as the Village Panchayat for Chinchkhed village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chinchkhed is 530244. The village covers a total geographical area of 724.98 hectares and falls under the 444107 pincode. Murtijapur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Chinchkhed village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murtijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akola Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chinchkhed
According to the 2011 Census, Chinchkhed village had a total population of 205 people, including 118 males and 87 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 737 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.90%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 67.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 104.
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 | 205 | 118 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 104 | 54 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 141 | 90 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 28 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Chinchkhed
Chinchkhed is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chinchkhed
Chinchkhed is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Murtijapur to Chinchkhed is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Chinchkhed 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 Chinchkhed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chinchkhed 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 Chinchkhed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chinchkhed 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 Chinchkhed
Where is Chinchkhed located?
Chinchkhed village is located in Murtijapur Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Chinchkhed?
The Village Panchayat of Chinchkhed is Ramtek.
What is the pincode of Chinchkhed?
The pincode of Chinchkhed is 444107.
What is the population of Chinchkhed?
Chinchkhed had a total population of 205, including 118 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Chinchkhed?
Chinchkhed had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chinchkhed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chinchkhed was 77.90%. Male literacy was 85.71% and female literacy was 67.11%.