Chichvad
Chichvad is a village located in Shirol tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Shirol (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Chinchwad is the gram panchayat of Chichvad village.
Chichvad 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 Chichvad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chichvad is 567329. The village spans a total geographical area of 396.26 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416120. Jaysingpur is nearest town to Chichvad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
Google Map of Chichvad
Population of Chichvad
Below is a concise population overview of Chichvad 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 | 4,285 | 2,244 | 2,041 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 410 | 225 | 185 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 752 | 401 | 351 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 3,181 | 1,782 | 1,399 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,104 | 462 | 642 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chichvad village:
- The total population of Chichvad village is around 4,285, including approximately 2,244 males and 2,041 females, with a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 410 children aged 0–6 years in Chichvad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chichvad village has 752 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Chichvad village is about 74.24%, with male literacy at 79.41% and female literacy at 68.54%.
- There are around 879 households in Chichvad village.
Connectivity of Chichvad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chichvad. As per the 2011 stats, Chichvad 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 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chichvad
Knowing the nearby villages of Chichvad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chichvad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chichvad
- Where is Chichvad located?
- Chichvad village is situated in Shirol Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chichvad?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chichvad is Chinchwad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chichvad?
- The pincode of Chichvad is 416120, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chichvad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chichvad is 4,285, with 2,244 males and 2,041 females.
- How many households are there in Chichvad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chichvad village has a total of 879 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chichvad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chichvad is 74.24%. The male literacy rate is 79.41%, while the female literacy rate is 68.54%.