Chaundhane - Baglan, Nashik
Chaundhane is a village situated in the Baglan tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Satana and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Chaundhane village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaundhane is 550092. The village covers a total geographical area of 515.1 hectares and falls under the 423301 pincode. Satana is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chaundhane village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baglan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhule Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chaundhane
As per Census 2011, Chaundhane village has a total population of 3,021 people, consisting of 1,520 males and 1,501 females. The village has 605 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 415 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,023 literate and 998 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,449 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chaundhane are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,021 | 1,520 | 1,501 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 415 | 204 | 211 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,449 | 710 | 739 |
| Literate Population | 2,023 | 1,130 | 893 |
| Illiterate Population | 998 | 390 | 608 |
Nearby Villages of Chaundhane
Chaundhane 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nave Nirpur | South-West | 1.74 km |
| June Nirpur | South | 2.59 km |
| Vatar | North-West | 2.63 km |
| Munjwad | South-East | 2.73 km |
| Tarsali | North-East | 3.40 km |
| Tilwan | South-West | 3.77 km |
| Aundane | East | 3.93 km |
| Khamtane | South-East | 4.11 km |
| Dongrej | North | 4.25 km |
| Kautikpada | North-East | 4.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chaundhane
Chaundhane is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Summit, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.1 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 Satana to Chaundhane is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Chaundhane is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaundhane
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaundhane village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chaundhane
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaundhane 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chaundhane
Where is Chaundhane located?
Chaundhane village is located in Baglan Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaundhane?
Chaundhane is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chaundhane?
The pincode of Chaundhane is 423301.
What is the population of Chaundhane?
Chaundhane has a total population of 3,021, including 1,520 males and 1,501 females.
How many households are there in Chaundhane?
There are 605 households in Chaundhane.
What is the literacy rate in Chaundhane?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaundhane is 66.96%. Male literacy is 74.34% and female literacy is 59.49%.