Chitale - Ajra, Kolhapur
Chitale 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. Chitale village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chitale is 567962. The village covers a total geographical area of 934 hectares and falls under the 416504 pincode. Gadhinglaj is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chitale 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 Chitale
According to the 2011 Census, Chitale village had a total population of 475 people, including 253 males and 222 females, living in 119 households. The sex ratio was 877 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.07%, with male literacy at 79.91% and female literacy at 62.94%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 475 | 253 | 222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 24 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 307 | 183 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 168 | 70 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Chitale
Chitale 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 | North | 2.25 km |
| Erandol | North-West | 2.43 km |
| Chafavade | North-East | 2.84 km |
| Shiroli | South-East | 2.98 km |
| Alabadevi | South-East | 3.13 km |
| Polgaon | North-West | 3.39 km |
| Ibrahimpur | South | 3.97 km |
| Satewadi | West | 4.01 km |
| Gavase | South-West | 4.05 km |
| Kasar Kandgaon | North | 4.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chitale
Chitale 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 36.9 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 Chitale is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Chitale 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 Chitale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chitale 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chitale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chitale village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chitale
Where is Chitale located?
Chitale village is located in Ajra Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Chitale?
Chitale is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chitale?
The pincode of Chitale is 416504.
What is the population of Chitale?
Chitale had a total population of 475, including 253 males and 222 females.
How many households are there in Chitale?
Chitale had 119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chitale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chitale was 72.07%. Male literacy was 79.91% and female literacy was 62.94%.