Chorwad - Sakri, Dhule
Chorwad is a village situated in the Sakri tehsil of Dhule district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 47 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakri and around 102 km from the district headquarters in Dhule. Chorwad village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chorwad is 526407. The village covers a total geographical area of 476.4 hectares and falls under the 424306 pincode. Nawapur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Chorwad 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 Chorwad
According to the 2011 Census, Chorwad village had a total population of 1,075 people, including 543 males and 532 females, living in 250 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.48%, with male literacy at 57.42% and female literacy at 47.36%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,074.
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 | 1,075 | 543 | 532 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 71 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,074 | 542 | 532 |
| Literate Population | 486 | 271 | 215 |
| Illiterate Population | 589 | 272 | 317 |
Nearby Villages of Chorwad
Chorwad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pimpalgaon Kh. | South | 2.28 km |
| Lakhale | East | 2.32 km |
| Kalambe | North-East | 3.33 km |
| Warsa | East | 4.29 km |
| Khairkhunda | North-West | 4.53 km |
| Shendwad | South | 5.04 km |
| Manjari | South-East | 5.38 km |
| Mapalgaon | East | 5.49 km |
| Umarpata | North | 6.15 km |
| Khargaon | East | 6.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chorwad
Chorwad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kolda, while the nearest airport is Surat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.3 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 Chorwad is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhule to Chorwad is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chorwad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chorwad 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chorwad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chorwad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chorwad
Where is Chorwad located?
Chorwad village is located in Sakri Tehsil, Dhule district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Chorwad?
Chorwad is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chorwad?
The pincode of Chorwad is 424306.
What is the population of Chorwad?
Chorwad had a total population of 1,075, including 543 males and 532 females.
How many households are there in Chorwad?
Chorwad had 250 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chorwad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chorwad was 52.48%. Male literacy was 57.42% and female literacy was 47.36%.