Chandur
Chandur is a village located in Hatkanangle tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Hatkanangle (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Chandur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chandur unique in its vibrant Hatkanangle-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Chandur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chandur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chandur is 567313. The village spans a total geographical area of 889 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416115. Ichalkaranji is nearest town to Chandur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chandur 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 Ichalkaranji Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chandur
Population of Chandur
According to the 2011 Census, Chandur has a total population of about 14,358, with approximately 7,363 males and 6,995 females. The sex ratio is around 950 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,719 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,496 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 72. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.03%, with male literacy at about 78.58% and female literacy near 67.18%. There are around 3,026 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chandur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 14,358 | 7,363 | 6,995 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,719 | 874 | 845 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,496 | 1,241 | 1,255 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 72 | 40 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 10,485 | 5,786 | 4,699 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,873 | 1,577 | 2,296 |
Connectivity of Chandur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chandur. As per the 2011 stats, Chandur 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chandur
Knowing the nearby villages of Chandur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chandur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chandur
- Where is Chandur located?
- Chandur village is situated in Hatkanangle Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chandur?
- Chandur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chandur?
- The pincode of Chandur is 416115, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chandur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chandur is 14,358, with 7,363 males and 6,995 females.
- How many households are there in Chandur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chandur village has a total of 3,026 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chandur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chandur is 73.03%. The male literacy rate is 78.58%, while the female literacy rate is 67.18%.