Chavare - Hatkanangle, Kolhapur
Chavare is a village situated in the Hatkanangle tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hatkanangle and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Chavare village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chavare is 567263. The village covers a total geographical area of 611 hectares and falls under the 416112 pincode. Vadgaon Kasba is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chavare village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hatkanangle Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Chavare
According to the 2011 Census, Chavare village had a total population of 3,888 people, including 2,004 males and 1,884 females, living in 791 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.31%, with male literacy at 87.67% and female literacy at 72.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 581.
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 | 3,888 | 2,004 | 1,884 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 373 | 204 | 169 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 581 | 293 | 288 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,823 | 1,578 | 1,245 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,065 | 426 | 639 |
Nearby Villages of Chavare
Chavare 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghunaki | East | 2.11 km |
| Kundalwadi | North | 2.54 km |
| Aitavade Kh | North-West | 3.01 km |
| Talsande | South | 3.04 km |
| Kanegaon | East | 3.88 km |
| Tandulwadi | North-East | 4.45 km |
| Pargaon | South-West | 4.72 km |
| Kini | South-East | 4.74 km |
| Kurlap | North-West | 5.05 km |
| Yelur | North | 5.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chavare
Chavare is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rukadi, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Vadgaon Kasba to Chavare is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Chavare is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chavare
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chavare 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 Chavare
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chavare village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chavare
Where is Chavare located?
Chavare village is located in Hatkanangle Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Chavare?
Chavare is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chavare?
The pincode of Chavare is 416112.
What is the population of Chavare?
Chavare had a total population of 3,888, including 2,004 males and 1,884 females.
How many households are there in Chavare?
Chavare had 791 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chavare?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chavare was 80.31%. Male literacy was 87.67% and female literacy was 72.59%.