Chingali - Dhanora, Gadchiroli
Chingali is a village situated in the Dhanora tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanora and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Chingali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chingali is 538948. The village covers a total geographical area of 457.52 hectares and falls under the 442606 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Chingali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadchiroli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chingali
As per Census 2011, Chingali village has a total population of 967 people, consisting of 482 males and 485 females. The village has 233 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 81 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 651 literate and 316 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 529 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chingali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 967 | 482 | 485 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 41 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 529 | 253 | 276 |
| Literate Population | 651 | 362 | 289 |
| Illiterate Population | 316 | 120 | 196 |
Nearby Villages of Chingali
Chingali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Moholi | South-East | 1.43 km |
| Mahawada(chingali) | South-West | 1.78 km |
| Aswalpar | West | 2.14 km |
| Khedi | South-West | 3.18 km |
| Rampur Rithi | South | 3.20 km |
| Jangada Bk | South-East | 3.48 km |
| Jambhali | North-West | 3.51 km |
| Modebhatti | East | 4.40 km |
| Nimanwada | South-West | 4.79 km |
| Bhansi | North | 5.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chingali
Chingali is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Wadsa, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.6 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 Gadchiroli to Chingali is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Chingali is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chingali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chingali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chingali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chingali 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 Chingali
Where is Chingali located?
Chingali village is located in Dhanora Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chingali?
Chingali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chingali?
The pincode of Chingali is 442606.
What is the population of Chingali?
Chingali has a total population of 967, including 482 males and 485 females.
How many households are there in Chingali?
There are 233 households in Chingali.
What is the literacy rate in Chingali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chingali is 67.32%. Male literacy is 75.10% and female literacy is 59.59%.