Chaupale - Sakri, Dhule
Chaupale is a village situated in the Sakri tehsil of Dhule district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakri and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Dhule. Chaupale village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaupale is 526346. The village covers a total geographical area of 3040 hectares and falls under the 424304 pincode. Nawapur is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Chaupale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sakri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chaupale
As per Census 2011, Chaupale village has a total population of 875 people, consisting of 443 males and 432 females. The village has 186 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 140 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 192 literate and 683 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 874 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chaupale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 875 | 443 | 432 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 82 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 874 | 442 | 432 |
| Literate Population | 192 | 106 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 683 | 337 | 346 |
Nearby Villages of Chaupale
Chaupale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gartad | South-East | 2.70 km |
| Shivarimal | North-West | 2.88 km |
| Lavhardodi | South-West | 3.55 km |
| Kakarde | South | 4.21 km |
| Sutare | East | 4.41 km |
| Rohod | South-East | 5.07 km |
| Hanumantpada | South-West | 5.36 km |
| Amali | North-East | 5.40 km |
| Jamkhel | South-East | 5.96 km |
| Kuruswade | East | 6.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chaupale
Chaupale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kolda, while the nearest airport is Surat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.7 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 Nawapur to Chaupale is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhule to Chaupale is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaupale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaupale 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 Chaupale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaupale 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 Chaupale
Where is Chaupale located?
Chaupale village is located in Sakri Tehsil, Dhule district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaupale?
Chaupale is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chaupale?
The pincode of Chaupale is 424304.
What is the population of Chaupale?
Chaupale has a total population of 875, including 443 males and 432 females.
How many households are there in Chaupale?
There are 186 households in Chaupale.
What is the literacy rate in Chaupale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaupale is 21.94%. Male literacy is 23.93% and female literacy is 19.91%.