Chinchkhede - Chalisgaon, Jalgaon
Chinchkhede is a village situated in the Chalisgaon tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chalisgaon and around 101 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Chinchkhede village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chinchkhede is 527798. The village covers a total geographical area of 613.56 hectares and falls under the 424119 pincode. Chalisgaon is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Chinchkhede village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chinchkhede
As per Census 2011, Chinchkhede village has a total population of 1,346 people, consisting of 712 males and 634 females. The village has 313 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 145 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 983 literate and 363 illiterate residents. Additionally, 234 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chinchkhede are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,346 | 712 | 634 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 81 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 234 | 123 | 111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 983 | 560 | 423 |
| Illiterate Population | 363 | 152 | 211 |
Nearby Villages of Chinchkhede
Chinchkhede 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Parasharam Nagar | North-East | 1.75 km |
| Deoli | South-West | 2.26 km |
| Pimpri Kh. | North | 2.37 km |
| Bhoras Bk. | East | 2.81 km |
| Umbarkhede | North-West | 3.22 km |
| Adgaon | West | 3.27 km |
| Dasegaon Bk | North-East | 4.02 km |
| Bhoras Kh | East | 4.57 km |
| Don Digar | South | 4.79 km |
| Bilakhed | South-East | 5.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chinchkhede
Public transport in the Chinchkhede is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jamdha, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chalisgaon to Chinchkhede is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Chinchkhede is about 101 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 Chinchkhede
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chinchkhede village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chinchkhede
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chinchkhede village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chinchkhede
Where is Chinchkhede located?
Chinchkhede village is located in Chalisgaon Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chinchkhede?
Chinchkhede is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chinchkhede?
The pincode of Chinchkhede is 424119.
What is the population of Chinchkhede?
Chinchkhede has a total population of 1,346, including 712 males and 634 females.
How many households are there in Chinchkhede?
There are 313 households in Chinchkhede.
What is the literacy rate in Chinchkhede?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chinchkhede is 73.03%. Male literacy is 78.65% and female literacy is 66.72%.