Chande - Radhanagari, Kolhapur
Chande is a village situated in the Radhanagari tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Radhanagari and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Chande village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chande is 567566. The village covers a total geographical area of 774.04 hectares and falls under the 416211 pincode. Kolhapur is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Chande village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Radhanagari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kolhapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chande
According to the 2011 Census, Chande village had a total population of 1,429 people, including 757 males and 672 females, living in 299 households. The sex ratio was 888 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.93%, with male literacy at 86.90% and female literacy at 59.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 299.
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 | 1,429 | 757 | 672 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 85 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 299 | 151 | 148 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 950 | 584 | 366 |
| Illiterate Population | 479 | 173 | 306 |
Nearby Villages of Chande
Chande 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghungurwadi | North | 1.69 km |
| Waghawade | East | 2.13 km |
| Ladwadi | South-West | 2.14 km |
| Kodawade | South-East | 2.28 km |
| Manjarwadi | North-West | 2.70 km |
| Ghanawade | North-West | 2.71 km |
| Mohade | South-East | 2.89 km |
| Mhalasvade | North-East | 3.26 km |
| Kote | West | 3.35 km |
| Chafodi T.tarale | South | 3.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chande
Chande is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is C Shahu M Raj Kolhapur Term, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.1 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 Kolhapur to Chande is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chande
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chande village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chande
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chande village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chande
Where is Chande located?
Chande village is located in Radhanagari Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chande?
Chande is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chande?
The pincode of Chande is 416211.
What is the population of Chande?
Chande had a total population of 1,429, including 757 males and 672 females.
How many households are there in Chande?
Chande had 299 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chande?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chande was 73.93%. Male literacy was 86.90% and female literacy was 59.71%.