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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Chapaner village had a total population of 3,869 people, including 1,989 males and 1,880 females, living in 801 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.13%, with male literacy at 88.37% and female literacy at 65.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 369, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 69.
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 | 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 Village Panchayat of Chapaner?
Chapaner is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chapaner?
The pincode of Chapaner is 431103.
What is the population of Chapaner?
Chapaner had a total population of 3,869, including 1,989 males and 1,880 females.
How many households are there in Chapaner?
Chapaner had 801 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chapaner?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chapaner was 77.13%. Male literacy was 88.37% and female literacy was 65.47%.