Chunchale - Chopda, Jalgaon
Chunchale is a village situated in the Chopda tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chopda and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Chunchale village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chunchale is 526644. The village covers a total geographical area of 739 hectares and falls under the 425107 pincode. Chopda is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Chunchale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chopda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raver Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chunchale
According to the 2011 Census, Chunchale village had a total population of 4,711 people, including 2,408 males and 2,303 females, living in 1,080 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.90%, with male literacy at 82.48% and female literacy at 69.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 529, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,070.
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 | 4,711 | 2,408 | 2,303 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 533 | 285 | 248 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 529 | 271 | 258 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,070 | 561 | 509 |
| Literate Population | 3,171 | 1,751 | 1,420 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,540 | 657 | 883 |
Nearby Villages of Chunchale
Chunchale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mauje Hingone | West | 1.32 km |
| Mamlade | North-East | 2.53 km |
| Krishnapur (angurne) | North | 2.65 km |
| Akulkhede | South-East | 2.97 km |
| Karjane(ma) | North | 3.37 km |
| Majare Hingone | West | 3.47 km |
| Chaugaon | North-West | 3.76 km |
| Kazipura | South-West | 4.49 km |
| Lasur | West | 6.41 km |
| Nagalwadi | North-East | 6.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chunchale
Chunchale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Takarkhede, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.5 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 Chopda to Chunchale is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Chunchale is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chunchale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chunchale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chunchale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chunchale village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chunchale
Where is Chunchale located?
Chunchale village is located in Chopda Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Chunchale?
Chunchale is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chunchale?
The pincode of Chunchale is 425107.
What is the population of Chunchale?
Chunchale had a total population of 4,711, including 2,408 males and 2,303 females.
How many households are there in Chunchale?
Chunchale had 1,080 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chunchale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chunchale was 75.90%. Male literacy was 82.48% and female literacy was 69.10%.