Chinchpada - Nawapur, Nandurbar
Chinchpada is a village situated in the Nawapur tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nawapur and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Chinchpada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chinchpada is 525933. The village covers a total geographical area of 1510.51 hectares and falls under the 425417 pincode. Nawapur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Chinchpada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nawapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chinchpada
As per Census 2011, Chinchpada village has a total population of 7,008 people, consisting of 3,502 males and 3,506 females. The village has 1,562 households and a sex ratio of 1,001 females per 1,000 males. There are 762 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,505 literate and 2,503 illiterate residents. Additionally, 172 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4,968 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chinchpada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,008 | 3,502 | 3,506 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 762 | 407 | 355 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 172 | 82 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4,968 | 2,432 | 2,536 |
| Literate Population | 4,505 | 2,419 | 2,086 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,503 | 1,083 | 1,420 |
Nearby Villages of Chinchpada
Chinchpada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tinmauli | North | 2.41 km |
| Kharje | North | 2.90 km |
| Vadkhut | South | 2.91 km |
| Vrhadipada | East | 2.91 km |
| Gangapur | East | 2.91 km |
| Vavadi | West | 2.93 km |
| June Sawarat | South-West | 3.04 km |
| Bilgavhan | North-West | 3.06 km |
| Anthipada | South-East | 3.75 km |
| Shetgaon | North | 3.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chinchpada
Chinchpada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kolda, while the nearest airport is Surat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nawapur to Chinchpada is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Chinchpada is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chinchpada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chinchpada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chinchpada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chinchpada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Chinchpada
Where is Chinchpada located?
Chinchpada village is located in Nawapur Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chinchpada?
Chinchpada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chinchpada?
The pincode of Chinchpada is 425417.
What is the population of Chinchpada?
Chinchpada has a total population of 7,008, including 3,502 males and 3,506 females.
How many households are there in Chinchpada?
There are 1,562 households in Chinchpada.
What is the literacy rate in Chinchpada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chinchpada is 64.28%. Male literacy is 69.07% and female literacy is 59.50%.