Churnicha Wada - Chandgad, Kolhapur
Churnicha Wada is a village situated in the Chandgad tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandgad and around 127 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Asagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Churnicha Wada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Churnicha Wada is 568096. The village covers a total geographical area of 190.54 hectares and falls under the 416509 pincode. Belgaum(karnataka) is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Churnicha Wada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chiplun Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Churnicha Wada
According to the 2011 Census, Churnicha Wada village had a total population of 265 people, including 130 males and 135 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 1,038 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.77%, with male literacy at 89.34% and female literacy at 65.15%.
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 | 265 | 130 | 135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 8 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 195 | 109 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 21 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Churnicha Wada
Churnicha Wada is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Churnicha Wada
Public transport in the Churnicha Wada is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Belgaum(karnataka) to Churnicha Wada is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Churnicha Wada is about 127 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Churnicha Wada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Churnicha Wada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Churnicha Wada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Churnicha Wada 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Churnicha Wada
Where is Churnicha Wada located?
Churnicha Wada village is located in Chandgad Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Churnicha Wada?
The Gram Panchayat of Churnicha Wada is Asagaon.
What is the pincode of Churnicha Wada?
The pincode of Churnicha Wada is 416509.
What is the population of Churnicha Wada?
Churnicha Wada had a total population of 265, including 130 males and 135 females.
How many households are there in Churnicha Wada?
Churnicha Wada had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Churnicha Wada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Churnicha Wada was 76.77%. Male literacy was 89.34% and female literacy was 65.15%.