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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Chandanpuri village had a total population of 6,623 people, including 3,376 males and 3,247 females, living in 1,289 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.63%, with male literacy at 83.19% and female literacy at 67.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 743, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,389.
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 | 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 Village Panchayat of Chandanpuri?
Chandanpuri is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chandanpuri?
The pincode of Chandanpuri is 423212.
What is the population of Chandanpuri?
Chandanpuri had a total population of 6,623, including 3,376 males and 3,247 females.
How many households are there in Chandanpuri?
Chandanpuri had 1,289 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandanpuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandanpuri was 75.63%. Male literacy was 83.19% and female literacy was 67.78%.