Chandre - Radhanagari, Kolhapur
Chandre is a village situated in the Radhanagari tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Radhanagari and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Chandre village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandre is 567587. The village covers a total geographical area of 431.97 hectares and falls under the 416221 pincode. Murgud is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Chandre 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 Chandre
According to the 2011 Census, Chandre village had a total population of 3,119 people, including 1,627 males and 1,492 females, living in 644 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.76%, with male literacy at 89.90% and female literacy at 71.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 469.
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 | 3,119 | 1,627 | 1,492 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 317 | 192 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 469 | 239 | 230 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,263 | 1,290 | 973 |
| Illiterate Population | 856 | 337 | 519 |
Nearby Villages of Chandre
Chandre 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Arjunwada | South | 1.38 km |
| Talashi | West | 2.84 km |
| Chandekarwadi | North-East | 2.89 km |
| Majagaon | West | 2.95 km |
| Titawe | South | 2.95 km |
| Kasabawalwe | East | 3.17 km |
| Nigave Khalsa | North | 3.43 km |
| Palkarwadi | South-East | 3.59 km |
| Turambe | South-West | 3.79 km |
| Thikpurli | North-West | 4.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chandre
Chandre 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 19.5 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 Murgud to Chandre is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Chandre is about 38 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 Chandre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chandre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chandre
Where is Chandre located?
Chandre village is located in Radhanagari Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Chandre?
Chandre is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chandre?
The pincode of Chandre is 416221.
What is the population of Chandre?
Chandre had a total population of 3,119, including 1,627 males and 1,492 females.
How many households are there in Chandre?
Chandre had 644 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandre was 80.76%. Male literacy was 89.90% and female literacy was 71.18%.