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.
Chinchwad 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 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.
Google Map of Chinchwad
Population of Chinchwad
Below is a concise population overview of Chinchwad as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chinchwad village:
- The total population of Chinchwad village is around 5,720, including approximately 2,908 males and 2,812 females, with a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 632 children aged 0–6 years in Chinchwad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chinchwad village has 980 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 245 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chinchwad village is about 75.96%, with male literacy at 80.26% and female literacy at 71.51%.
- There are around 1,196 households in Chinchwad village.
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%.