Chuncha - Kalamnuri, Hingoli
Chuncha is a village situated in the Kalamnuri tehsil of Hingoli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalamnuri and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Hingoli. Chuncha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chuncha is 546251. The village covers a total geographical area of 894 hectares and falls under the 431712 pincode. Nanded Waghala is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Chuncha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalamnuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hingoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chuncha
As per Census 2011, Chuncha village has a total population of 2,511 people, consisting of 1,283 males and 1,228 females. The village has 519 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 340 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,697 literate and 814 illiterate residents. Additionally, 555 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chuncha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,511 | 1,283 | 1,228 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 340 | 180 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 555 | 263 | 292 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,697 | 967 | 730 |
| Illiterate Population | 814 | 316 | 498 |
Nearby Villages of Chuncha
Chuncha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Warwat | East | 1.60 km |
| Waranga Phata | West | 1.96 km |
| Jambhal Savali | South-East | 3.24 km |
| Mahalingi | South | 3.34 km |
| Kurtadi | North | 3.98 km |
| Dabhadi | North-East | 4.53 km |
| Manatha | East | 4.54 km |
| Tondapur | North-West | 4.69 km |
| Bhategaon | South-West | 4.92 km |
| Zunzunwadi | South-West | 5.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chuncha
Public transport in the Chuncha is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bolda, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.4 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 Nanded Waghala to Chuncha is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Hingoli to Chuncha is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chuncha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chuncha 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 Chuncha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chuncha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chuncha
Where is Chuncha located?
Chuncha village is located in Kalamnuri Tehsil, Hingoli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chuncha?
Chuncha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chuncha?
The pincode of Chuncha is 431712.
What is the population of Chuncha?
Chuncha has a total population of 2,511, including 1,283 males and 1,228 females.
How many households are there in Chuncha?
There are 519 households in Chuncha.
What is the literacy rate in Chuncha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chuncha is 67.58%. Male literacy is 75.37% and female literacy is 59.45%.