Chankapur
Chankapur is a village located in Kalwan tehsil of Nashik district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Kalwan (tehsildar office) and 56km away from district headquarter Nashik. As per 2009 stats, Chankapur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chankapur unique in its vibrant Kalwan-Nashik region. You’ll see Chankapur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chankapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chankapur is 549867. The village spans a total geographical area of 433.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 423502. Nashik is nearest town to Chankapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 56km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chankapur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kalwan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dindori Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chankapur
Population of Chankapur
According to the 2011 Census, Chankapur has a total population of about 2,015, with approximately 1,000 males and 1,015 females. The sex ratio is around 1014 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 193 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 53 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,887. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.76%, with male literacy at about 71.10% and female literacy near 58.52%. There are around 308 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chankapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,015 | 1,000 | 1,015 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 93 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 29 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,887 | 932 | 955 |
| Literate Population | 1,305 | 711 | 594 |
| Illiterate Population | 710 | 289 | 421 |
Connectivity of Chankapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chankapur. As per the 2011 stats, Chankapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chankapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Chankapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chankapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chankapur
- Where is Chankapur located?
- Chankapur village is situated in Kalwan Tehsil, within the Nashik district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chankapur?
- Chankapur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chankapur?
- The pincode of Chankapur is 423502, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chankapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chankapur is 2,015, with 1,000 males and 1,015 females.
- How many households are there in Chankapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chankapur village has a total of 308 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chankapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chankapur is 64.76%. The male literacy rate is 71.10%, while the female literacy rate is 58.52%.