Chapaner - Kannad, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
Chapaner is a village situated in the Kannad tehsil of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from Kannad and around 60 km from Aurangabad. Chapaner village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chapaner is 548361. The village covers a total geographical area of 1758.2 hectares and falls under the 431103 pincode. Kannad is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Chapaner village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kannad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aurangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chapaner
As per Census 2011, Chapaner village has a total population of 3,869 people, consisting of 1,989 males and 1,880 females. The village has 801 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 577 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,539 literate and 1,330 illiterate residents. Additionally, 369 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 69 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chapaner are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,869 | 1,989 | 1,880 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 577 | 313 | 264 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 369 | 190 | 179 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 69 | 33 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 2,539 | 1,481 | 1,058 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,330 | 508 | 822 |
Nearby Villages of Chapaner
Chapaner 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jawali Kh. | South-West | 2.30 km |
| Jalgaonghat | East | 2.40 km |
| Kheda | North-East | 2.67 km |
| Hasankheda | West | 2.78 km |
| Athegaon | South-East | 3.09 km |
| Chinchkheda Kh. | North-West | 3.42 km |
| Takli (lavali) | South | 3.66 km |
| Boltek | North | 4.29 km |
| Jawali Bk. | South-West | 4.41 km |
| Kavitkheda | West | 4.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chapaner
Chapaner is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Lasur, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.6 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 Kannad to Chapaner is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Chapaner 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 Chapaner
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chapaner village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chapaner
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chapaner village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chapaner
Where is Chapaner located?
Chapaner village is located in Kannad Tehsil, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chapaner?
Chapaner is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chapaner?
The pincode of Chapaner is 431103.
What is the population of Chapaner?
Chapaner has a total population of 3,869, including 1,989 males and 1,880 females.
How many households are there in Chapaner?
There are 801 households in Chapaner.
What is the literacy rate in Chapaner?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chapaner is 65.62%. Male literacy is 74.46% and female literacy is 56.28%.