Choundi - Dharur, Beed
Choundi is a village situated in the Dharur tehsil of Beed district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 19 km from Dharur and around 38 km from Bid. Chondi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Choundi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Choundi is 559845. The village covers a total geographical area of 703.98 hectares and falls under the 431124 pincode. Dharur is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Choundi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Choundi
As per Census 2011, Choundi village has a total population of 2,126 people, consisting of 1,101 males and 1,025 females. The village has 426 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 324 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,281 literate and 845 illiterate residents. Additionally, 443 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 24 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Choundi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,126 | 1,101 | 1,025 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 324 | 184 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 443 | 233 | 210 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 9 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 1,281 | 752 | 529 |
| Illiterate Population | 845 | 349 | 496 |
Nearby Villages of Choundi
Choundi 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 Choundi
Choundi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Dharur to Choundi is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bid to Choundi is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Choundi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Choundi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Choundi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Choundi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Choundi
Where is Choundi located?
Choundi village is located in Dharur Tehsil, Beed district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Choundi?
The Gram Panchayat of Choundi is Chondi.
What is the pincode of Choundi?
The pincode of Choundi is 431124.
What is the population of Choundi?
Choundi has a total population of 2,126, including 1,101 males and 1,025 females.
How many households are there in Choundi?
There are 426 households in Choundi.
What is the literacy rate in Choundi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Choundi is 60.25%. Male literacy is 68.30% and female literacy is 51.61%.