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.
Here you can discover what makes Chichvad unique in its vibrant Shirol-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Chichvad’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Chichvad has a total population of about 4,285, with approximately 2,244 males and 2,041 females. The sex ratio is around 909 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 410 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 752 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.24%, with male literacy at about 79.41% and female literacy near 68.54%. There are around 879 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chichvad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.