Chinchavad - Malegaon, Nashik
Chinchavad is a village situated in the Malegaon tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malegaon and around 118 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Chinchawad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chinchavad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chinchavad is 550233. The village covers a total geographical area of 1603.69 hectares and falls under the 423208 pincode. Malegaon is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Chinchavad 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 Chinchavad
As per Census 2011, Chinchavad village has a total population of 4,631 people, consisting of 2,415 males and 2,216 females. The village has 944 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 634 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,264 literate and 1,367 illiterate residents. Additionally, 224 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 651 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chinchavad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,631 | 2,415 | 2,216 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 634 | 329 | 305 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 224 | 114 | 110 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 651 | 332 | 319 |
| Literate Population | 3,264 | 1,838 | 1,426 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,367 | 577 | 790 |
Nearby Villages of Chinchavad
Chinchavad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nimbole | West | 3.55 km |
| Nandgaon | South | 3.83 km |
| Nandgaon Kh. | South-East | 4.66 km |
| Aghar Kh | East | 4.80 km |
| Dongargaon | South-West | 5.01 km |
| Aghar Bk | North-East | 5.08 km |
| Dhavali Vihir | North | 5.25 km |
| Lakhamapur | North-West | 6.12 km |
| Vake | East | 6.61 km |
| Mahalpatane | West | 6.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chinchavad
Chinchavad is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Manmad Jn, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.9 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 Chinchavad is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Chinchavad is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chinchavad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chinchavad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chinchavad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chinchavad 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chinchavad
Where is Chinchavad located?
Chinchavad village is located in Malegaon Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chinchavad?
The Gram Panchayat of Chinchavad is Chinchawad.
What is the pincode of Chinchavad?
The pincode of Chinchavad is 423208.
What is the population of Chinchavad?
Chinchavad has a total population of 4,631, including 2,415 males and 2,216 females.
How many households are there in Chinchavad?
There are 944 households in Chinchavad.
What is the literacy rate in Chinchavad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chinchavad is 70.48%. Male literacy is 76.11% and female literacy is 64.35%.