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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Chunchale village has a total population of 4,711 people, consisting of 2,408 males and 2,303 females. The village has 1,080 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 533 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,171 literate and 1,540 illiterate residents. Additionally, 529 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,070 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chunchale are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Chunchale?
Chunchale is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chunchale?
The pincode of Chunchale is 425107.
What is the population of Chunchale?
Chunchale has a total population of 4,711, including 2,408 males and 2,303 females.
How many households are there in Chunchale?
There are 1,080 households in Chunchale.
What is the literacy rate in Chunchale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chunchale is 67.31%. Male literacy is 72.72% and female literacy is 61.66%.