Chandur - Hatkanangle, Kolhapur
Chandur is a village situated in the Hatkanangle tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hatkanangle and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Chandur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandur is 567313. The village covers a total geographical area of 889 hectares and falls under the 416138 pincode. Ichalkaranji is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Chandur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ichalkaranji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandur
As per Census 2011, Chandur village has a total population of 14,358 people, consisting of 7,363 males and 6,995 females. The village has 3,026 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,719 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 10,485 literate and 3,873 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,496 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 72 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandur are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Chandur
Chandur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rangoli | South-East | 3.25 km |
| Rui | North-West | 3.32 km |
| Ingali | West | 3.45 km |
| Kabnur | North | 3.75 km |
| Manakapur | South-East | 5.11 km |
| Hupari | South-West | 5.30 km |
| Rendal | South | 5.46 km |
| Shiradwad | East | 5.64 km |
| Tilwani | North-West | 6.05 km |
| Jangamwadi | South | 6.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chandur
Chandur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Hatkanagale, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 11.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ichalkaranji to Chandur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Chandur is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chandur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chandur
Where is Chandur located?
Chandur village is located in Hatkanangle Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandur?
Chandur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chandur?
The pincode of Chandur is 416138.
What is the population of Chandur?
Chandur has a total population of 14,358, including 7,363 males and 6,995 females.
How many households are there in Chandur?
There are 3,026 households in Chandur.
What is the literacy rate in Chandur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandur is 73.03%. Male literacy is 78.58% and female literacy is 67.18%.