Chorwad - Parola, Jalgaon
Chorwad is a village situated in the Parola tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Parola and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Chorwad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chorwad is 527614. The village covers a total geographical area of 2217 hectares and falls under the 425111 pincode. Parola is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Chorwad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Erandol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chorwad
As per Census 2011, Chorwad village has a total population of 2,108 people, consisting of 1,108 males and 1,000 females. The village has 471 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 210 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,301 literate and 807 illiterate residents. Additionally, 149 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 487 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chorwad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,108 | 1,108 | 1,000 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 110 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 149 | 78 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 487 | 254 | 233 |
| Literate Population | 1,301 | 743 | 558 |
| Illiterate Population | 807 | 365 | 442 |
Nearby Villages of Chorwad
Chorwad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhondandigar | North | 2.01 km |
| Vasantwadi | East | 2.32 km |
| Popatnagar | North-West | 2.73 km |
| Aanchalgaon | East | 3.79 km |
| Mangrul | North | 4.12 km |
| Chahutre | North-East | 4.33 km |
| Walwadi Bk. | South | 4.44 km |
| Walwadi Kh. | South | 4.95 km |
| Shirasmani | West | 5.10 km |
| Morfal | North-West | 5.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chorwad
Chorwad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nagardevla, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Parola to Chorwad is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Chorwad is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chorwad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chorwad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chorwad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chorwad 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 Chorwad
Where is Chorwad located?
Chorwad village is located in Parola Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chorwad?
Chorwad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chorwad?
The pincode of Chorwad is 425111.
What is the population of Chorwad?
Chorwad has a total population of 2,108, including 1,108 males and 1,000 females.
How many households are there in Chorwad?
There are 471 households in Chorwad.
What is the literacy rate in Chorwad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chorwad is 61.72%. Male literacy is 67.06% and female literacy is 55.80%.