Chaukigad - Katol, Nagpur
Chaukigad is a village situated in the Katol tehsil of Nagpur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Katol and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Nagpur. Maragsur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaukigad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaukigad is 534987. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.06 hectares and falls under the 441302 pincode.
Chaukigad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ramtek Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Chaukigad
Chaukigad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalmunda | South-East | 1.45 km |
| Alagondi | North-West | 1.55 km |
| Maragsur | North | 1.96 km |
| Sonpur | West | 2.60 km |
| Shekapur | South | 3.01 km |
| Wai (kh) | North-West | 3.23 km |
| Ganeshpur | South-West | 3.73 km |
| Wajbodi | North | 4.05 km |
| Garamsur | South-East | 4.21 km |
| Bhudakmadka | East | 4.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chaukigad
Chaukigad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sonkhamb, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nagpur to Chaukigad is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaukigad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaukigad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chaukigad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaukigad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chaukigad
Where is Chaukigad located?
Chaukigad village is located in Katol Tehsil, Nagpur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaukigad?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaukigad is Maragsur.
What is the pincode of Chaukigad?
The pincode of Chaukigad is 441302.