Chakadu - Shirpur, Dhule
Chakadu is a village situated in the Shirpur tehsil of Dhule district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirpur and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Dhule. Chakdu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chakadu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chakadu is 525958. The village covers a total geographical area of 226.84 hectares and falls under the 425428 pincode. Shirpur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Chakadu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chakadu
As per Census 2011, Chakadu village has a total population of 3,261 people, consisting of 1,620 males and 1,641 females. The village has 558 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 705 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,074 literate and 2,187 illiterate residents. Additionally, 45 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,187 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chakadu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,261 | 1,620 | 1,641 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 705 | 356 | 349 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 18 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,187 | 1,587 | 1,600 |
| Literate Population | 1,074 | 623 | 451 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,187 | 997 | 1,190 |
Nearby Villages of Chakadu
Chakadu is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chakadu
Chakadu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Shirpur to Chakadu is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhule to Chakadu is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chakadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chakadu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chakadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chakadu 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chakadu
Where is Chakadu located?
Chakadu village is located in Shirpur Tehsil, Dhule district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chakadu?
The Gram Panchayat of Chakadu is Chakdu.
What is the pincode of Chakadu?
The pincode of Chakadu is 425428.
What is the population of Chakadu?
Chakadu has a total population of 3,261, including 1,620 males and 1,641 females.
How many households are there in Chakadu?
There are 558 households in Chakadu.
What is the literacy rate in Chakadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chakadu is 32.93%. Male literacy is 38.46% and female literacy is 27.48%.