Chinchagavhan - Malegaon, Nashik
Chinchagavhan is a village situated in the Malegaon tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malegaon and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Chinchagavan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chinchagavhan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chinchagavhan is 550296. The village covers a total geographical area of 1471 hectares and falls under the 423105 pincode. Malegaon is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Chinchagavhan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nandgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chinchagavhan
As per Census 2011, Chinchagavhan village has a total population of 3,378 people, consisting of 1,753 males and 1,625 females. The village has 637 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 515 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,051 literate and 1,327 illiterate residents. Additionally, 496 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 862 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chinchagavhan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,378 | 1,753 | 1,625 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 515 | 286 | 229 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 496 | 251 | 245 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 862 | 437 | 425 |
| Literate Population | 2,051 | 1,142 | 909 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,327 | 611 | 716 |
Nearby Villages of Chinchagavhan
Chinchagavhan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalwadi | North-East | 3.28 km |
| Nardane | South-East | 3.53 km |
| Umbardhe | South | 3.57 km |
| Ronzane | South-West | 4.14 km |
| Dahiwal | West | 4.14 km |
| Dapur | North-East | 5.66 km |
| Roze | North-West | 5.85 km |
| Borale | South-East | 6.38 km |
| Amode | South-East | 6.54 km |
| Sakur | East | 6.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chinchagavhan
Chinchagavhan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Naydongri, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.1 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 Malegaon to Chinchagavhan is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Chinchagavhan is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chinchagavhan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chinchagavhan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chinchagavhan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chinchagavhan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chinchagavhan
Where is Chinchagavhan located?
Chinchagavhan village is located in Malegaon Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chinchagavhan?
The Gram Panchayat of Chinchagavhan is Chinchagavan.
What is the pincode of Chinchagavhan?
The pincode of Chinchagavhan is 423105.
What is the population of Chinchagavhan?
Chinchagavhan has a total population of 3,378, including 1,753 males and 1,625 females.
How many households are there in Chinchagavhan?
There are 637 households in Chinchagavhan.
What is the literacy rate in Chinchagavhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chinchagavhan is 60.72%. Male literacy is 65.15% and female literacy is 55.94%.