Chirai - Baglan, Nashik
Chirai is a village situated in the Baglan tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Satana and around 124 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Chirai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chirai is 550050. The village covers a total geographical area of 1154.55 hectares and falls under the 423204 pincode. Satana is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Chirai 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 Chirai
As per Census 2011, Chirai village has a total population of 1,109 people, consisting of 567 males and 542 females. The village has 236 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 168 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 731 literate and 378 illiterate residents. Additionally, 29 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 227 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chirai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,109 | 567 | 542 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 83 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 13 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 227 | 111 | 116 |
| Literate Population | 731 | 405 | 326 |
| Illiterate Population | 378 | 162 | 216 |
Nearby Villages of Chirai
Chirai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bahirane | South-West | 2.23 km |
| Mahad | South | 3.20 km |
| Bodhari | West | 3.29 km |
| Tembhe (varche) | South-West | 4.14 km |
| Vitai | North-West | 5.31 km |
| Kalgaon | North | 5.36 km |
| Talwade Bhamer | West | 5.59 km |
| Kajwade | South-East | 5.59 km |
| Rampura | East | 5.72 km |
| Tembhe Khalche | South-West | 6.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chirai
Chirai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dhule, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.0 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 Chirai is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Chirai is about 124 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chirai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chirai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chirai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chirai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chirai
Where is Chirai located?
Chirai village is located in Baglan Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chirai?
Chirai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chirai?
The pincode of Chirai is 423204.
What is the population of Chirai?
Chirai has a total population of 1,109, including 567 males and 542 females.
How many households are there in Chirai?
There are 236 households in Chirai.
What is the literacy rate in Chirai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chirai is 65.92%. Male literacy is 71.43% and female literacy is 60.15%.