Chinchwad

Chinchwad is a village located in Karvir tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from Kolhapur, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Chinchwad village. As per 2009 stats, Chinchawad is the gram panchayat of Chinchwad village.

Here you can discover what makes Chinchwad unique in its vibrant Karvir-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Chinchwad’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 Chinchwad

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chinchwad is 567410. The village spans a total geographical area of 418 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416119. Kolhapur is nearest town to Chinchwad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

When it comes to local governance, Chinchwad 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 Kolhapur South 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 Chinchwad

According to the 2011 Census, Chinchwad has a total population of about 5,720, with approximately 2,908 males and 2,812 females. The sex ratio is around 966 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 632 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 980 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 245. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.96%, with male literacy at about 80.26% and female literacy near 71.51%. There are around 1,196 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chinchwad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 5,720 2,908 2,812
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 632 332 300
Scheduled Castes (SC) 980 483 497
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 245 117 128
Literate Population 4,345 2,334 2,011
Illiterate Population 1,375 574 801

Connectivity of Chinchwad

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chinchwad. As per the 2011 stats, Chinchwad 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Chinchwad

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Chinchwad

Where is Chinchwad located?
Chinchwad village is situated in Karvir Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chinchwad?
The Gram Panchayat of Chinchwad is Chinchawad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chinchwad?
The pincode of Chinchwad is 416119, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chinchwad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chinchwad is 5,720, with 2,908 males and 2,812 females.
How many households are there in Chinchwad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chinchwad village has a total of 1,196 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chinchwad as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chinchwad is 75.96%. The male literacy rate is 80.26%, while the female literacy rate is 71.51%.