Chandai Eko - Bhokardan, Jalna
Chandai Eko is a village situated in the Bhokardan tehsil of Jalna district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhokardan and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Jalna. Chandai Eko village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandai Eko is 547415. The village covers a total geographical area of 1537.86 hectares and falls under the 431215 pincode. Bhokardan is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Chandai Eko village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badnapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandai Eko
As per Census 2011, Chandai Eko village has a total population of 3,284 people, consisting of 1,737 males and 1,547 females. The village has 677 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 481 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,875 literate and 1,409 illiterate residents. Additionally, 516 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandai Eko are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,284 | 1,737 | 1,547 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 481 | 289 | 192 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 516 | 272 | 244 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 12 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,875 | 1,161 | 714 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,409 | 576 | 833 |
Nearby Villages of Chandai Eko
Chandai Eko 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chandai Tepli | North | 2.61 km |
| Dangargaon Dabhadi | West | 3.97 km |
| Kota Dabhadi | North-West | 4.12 km |
| Chanegaon | South-East | 4.70 km |
| Pimpalgaon Sermulki | West | 5.03 km |
| Chandai Thombri | North | 5.06 km |
| Chikhali | South | 5.07 km |
| Rajur | East | 5.35 km |
| Chincholi | North | 5.76 km |
| Waghrul Dabhadi | South-West | 5.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chandai Eko
Chandai Eko is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Badnapur, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.0 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhokardan to Chandai Eko is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalna to Chandai Eko is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandai Eko
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandai Eko 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 Chandai Eko
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandai Eko 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 Chandai Eko
Where is Chandai Eko located?
Chandai Eko village is located in Bhokardan Tehsil, Jalna district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandai Eko?
Chandai Eko is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chandai Eko?
The pincode of Chandai Eko is 431215.
What is the population of Chandai Eko?
Chandai Eko has a total population of 3,284, including 1,737 males and 1,547 females.
How many households are there in Chandai Eko?
There are 677 households in Chandai Eko.
What is the literacy rate in Chandai Eko?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandai Eko is 57.10%. Male literacy is 66.84% and female literacy is 46.15%.