Chandankud

Chandankud is a village located in Gadhinglaj tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Gadhinglaj (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Chandankud village is also a gram panchayat.

Chandankud has its own place in the vibrant Kolhapur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Chandankud

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chandankud is 568002. The village spans a total geographical area of 299 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416506. Gadhinglaj is nearest town to Chandankud village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

When it comes to local governance, Chandankud village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chandgad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kolhapur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Chandankud

Below is a concise population overview of Chandankud as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 747 378 369
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 81 37 44
Scheduled Castes (SC) 146 69 77
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 6 4 2
Literate Population 473 267 206
Illiterate Population 274 111 163

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chandankud village:

  • The total population of Chandankud village is around 747, including approximately 378 males and 369 females, with a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 81 children aged 0–6 years in Chandankud village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chandankud village has 146 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 6 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Chandankud village is about 63.32%, with male literacy at 70.63% and female literacy at 55.83%.
  • There are around 149 households in Chandankud village.

Connectivity of Chandankud

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chandankud. As per the 2011 stats, Chandankud had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Chandankud

Knowing the nearby villages of Chandankud helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chandankud.

Frequently Asked Questions about Chandankud

Where is Chandankud located?
Chandankud village is situated in Gadhinglaj Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandankud?
Chandankud serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Chandankud?
The pincode of Chandankud is 416506, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chandankud as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chandankud is 747, with 378 males and 369 females.
How many households are there in Chandankud as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chandankud village has a total of 149 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandankud as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chandankud is 63.32%. The male literacy rate is 70.63%, while the female literacy rate is 55.83%.