Chafavade - Ajra, Kolhapur
Chafavade is a village situated in the Ajra tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ajra and around 94 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Chafavade village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chafavade is 567961. The village covers a total geographical area of 520 hectares and falls under the 416504 pincode. Gadhinglaj is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chafavade village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kolhapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chafavade
According to the 2011 Census, Chafavade village had a total population of 1,011 people, including 498 males and 513 females, living in 239 households. The sex ratio was 1,030 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.52%, with male literacy at 77.63% and female literacy at 55.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 1,011 | 498 | 513 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 42 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 610 | 354 | 256 |
| Illiterate Population | 401 | 144 | 257 |
Nearby Villages of Chafavade
Chafavade 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jeur | West | 1.59 km |
| Uchangi | North-East | 1.69 km |
| Chitale | South-West | 2.84 km |
| Kasar Kandgaon | North-West | 3.14 km |
| Alabadevi | South | 3.31 km |
| Vinjhane | South-East | 3.40 km |
| Murude | North | 3.52 km |
| Polgaon | West | 3.82 km |
| Shrungarwadi | North-East | 3.82 km |
| Watangi | East | 3.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chafavade
Chafavade is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Belgaum, while the nearest airport is Belgaum Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadhinglaj to Chafavade is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Chafavade is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chafavade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chafavade village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chafavade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chafavade village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chafavade
Where is Chafavade located?
Chafavade village is located in Ajra Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Chafavade?
Chafavade is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chafavade?
The pincode of Chafavade is 416504.
What is the population of Chafavade?
Chafavade had a total population of 1,011, including 498 males and 513 females.
How many households are there in Chafavade?
Chafavade had 239 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chafavade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chafavade was 66.52%. Male literacy was 77.63% and female literacy was 55.53%.