Chandikapur - Dindori, Nashik
Chandikapur is a village situated in the Dindori tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dindori and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Chandikapur village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandikapur is 550624. The village covers a total geographical area of 329 hectares and falls under the 422215 pincode. Nashik is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Chandikapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dindori Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Chandikapur
According to the 2011 Census, Chandikapur village had a total population of 990 people, including 507 males and 483 females, living in 230 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.49%, with male literacy at 86.67% and female literacy at 68.15%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 968.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 990 | 507 | 483 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 72 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 968 | 497 | 471 |
| Literate Population | 668 | 377 | 291 |
| Illiterate Population | 322 | 130 | 192 |
Nearby Villages of Chandikapur
Chandikapur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chandikapur
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Chandikapur.
| 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 Nashik to Chandikapur is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandikapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandikapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chandikapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandikapur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Chandikapur
Where is Chandikapur located?
Chandikapur village is located in Dindori Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Chandikapur?
Chandikapur is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chandikapur?
The pincode of Chandikapur is 422215.
What is the population of Chandikapur?
Chandikapur had a total population of 990, including 507 males and 483 females.
How many households are there in Chandikapur?
Chandikapur had 230 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandikapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandikapur was 77.49%. Male literacy was 86.67% and female literacy was 68.15%.