Chandanpuri - Malegaon, Nashik
Chandanpuri is a village situated in the Malegaon tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malegaon and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Chandanpuri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandanpuri is 550258. The village covers a total geographical area of 1843.82 hectares and falls under the 423212 pincode. Malegaon is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Chandanpuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malegaon outer Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhule Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandanpuri
As per Census 2011, Chandanpuri village has a total population of 6,623 people, consisting of 3,376 males and 3,247 females. The village has 1,289 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,046 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,218 literate and 2,405 illiterate residents. Additionally, 743 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,389 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandanpuri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,623 | 3,376 | 3,247 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,046 | 533 | 513 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 743 | 375 | 368 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,389 | 1,190 | 1,199 |
| Literate Population | 4,218 | 2,365 | 1,853 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,405 | 1,011 | 1,394 |
Nearby Villages of Chandanpuri
Chandanpuri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tehare | West | 2.88 km |
| Kaulane (n) | South-West | 3.40 km |
| Maldhe | East | 3.67 km |
| Jwardi Bk. | South-East | 4.24 km |
| Yesgaon Bk | East | 5.51 km |
| Patane | West | 5.79 km |
| Mungase | West | 6.26 km |
| Jwardi Kh | South-East | 6.39 km |
| Varhane | South | 6.41 km |
| Savandgaon | East | 7.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chandanpuri
Chandanpuri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Hisvahal, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malegaon to Chandanpuri is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Chandanpuri is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandanpuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandanpuri 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 Chandanpuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandanpuri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chandanpuri
Where is Chandanpuri located?
Chandanpuri village is located in Malegaon Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandanpuri?
Chandanpuri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chandanpuri?
The pincode of Chandanpuri is 423212.
What is the population of Chandanpuri?
Chandanpuri has a total population of 6,623, including 3,376 males and 3,247 females.
How many households are there in Chandanpuri?
There are 1,289 households in Chandanpuri.
What is the literacy rate in Chandanpuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandanpuri is 63.69%. Male literacy is 70.05% and female literacy is 57.07%.