Chunkhedi - Sangrampur, Buldhana
Chunkhedi is a village situated in the Sangrampur tehsil of Buldhana district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from Sangrampur and around 110 km from Buldana. Alewadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chunkhedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chunkhedi is 528275. The village covers a total geographical area of 138.89 hectares and falls under the 444204 pincode. Jalgaon Jamod is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Chunkhedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chunkhedi
According to the 2011 Census, Chunkhedi village had a total population of 510 people, including 253 males and 257 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 1,016 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.01%, with male literacy at 43.23% and female literacy at 25.25%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 507.
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 | 510 | 253 | 257 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 61 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 507 | 252 | 255 |
| Literate Population | 134 | 83 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 376 | 170 | 206 |
Nearby Villages of Chunkhedi
Chunkhedi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhulghat | South-West | 6.82 km |
| Palaskundi | North | 7.42 km |
| Kamod | South-East | 8.03 km |
| Chichari | South | 8.80 km |
| Dabhayakheda | North | 8.81 km |
| Chendo | North | 9.25 km |
| Dhulghat Railway | North-East | 9.28 km |
| Alewadi | South | 9.73 km |
| Pachori | North-West | 9.86 km |
| Pingli Bk. | South | 9.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chunkhedi
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Chunkhedi. The nearest railway station is Dhulghat, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jalgaon Jamod to Chunkhedi is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Buldana to Chunkhedi is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chunkhedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chunkhedi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Chunkhedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chunkhedi 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 Chunkhedi
Where is Chunkhedi located?
Chunkhedi village is located in Sangrampur Tehsil, Buldhana district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chunkhedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Chunkhedi is Alewadi.
What is the pincode of Chunkhedi?
The pincode of Chunkhedi is 444204.
What is the population of Chunkhedi?
Chunkhedi had a total population of 510, including 253 males and 257 females.
How many households are there in Chunkhedi?
Chunkhedi had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chunkhedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chunkhedi was 34.01%. Male literacy was 43.23% and female literacy was 25.25%.