Chinawal - Raver, Jalgaon
Chinawal is a village situated in the Raver tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raver and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Chinawal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chinawal is 526909. The village covers a total geographical area of 1329.1 hectares and falls under the 425505 pincode. Savda is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Chinawal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raver Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Chinawal
As per Census 2011, Chinawal village has a total population of 11,747 people, consisting of 6,180 males and 5,567 females. The village has 2,738 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,403 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 8,715 literate and 3,032 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,335 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 618 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chinawal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,747 | 6,180 | 5,567 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,403 | 751 | 652 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,335 | 663 | 672 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 618 | 318 | 300 |
| Literate Population | 8,715 | 4,839 | 3,876 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,032 | 1,341 | 1,691 |
Nearby Villages of Chinawal
Chinawal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Borkhede Sim | South-West | 2.66 km |
| Kumbharkhede | North-East | 2.75 km |
| Savkhede Kh. | North | 2.89 km |
| Wadgaon | East | 3.03 km |
| Waghode Bk. | South | 3.05 km |
| Gaulkheda | North | 3.85 km |
| Kochur Bk. | South-West | 3.85 km |
| Rojhoda | West | 4.05 km |
| Kochur Kh. | South-West | 4.69 km |
| Vivare Kh | East | 4.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chinawal
Chinawal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nimbhora, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Savda to Chinawal is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Chinawal 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 Chinawal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chinawal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chinawal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chinawal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chinawal
Where is Chinawal located?
Chinawal village is located in Raver Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chinawal?
Chinawal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chinawal?
The pincode of Chinawal is 425505.
What is the population of Chinawal?
Chinawal has a total population of 11,747, including 6,180 males and 5,567 females.
How many households are there in Chinawal?
There are 2,738 households in Chinawal.
What is the literacy rate in Chinawal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chinawal is 74.19%. Male literacy is 78.30% and female literacy is 69.62%.