Chandanpuri - Nandgaon, Nashik
Chandanpuri is a village situated in the Nandgaon tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nandgaon and around 145 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Anakwade serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandanpuri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandanpuri is 550397. The village covers a total geographical area of 1118 hectares and falls under the 423212 pincode. Nandgaon is the nearest town, located about 36 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 Nandgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandanpuri
According to the 2011 Census, Chandanpuri village had a total population of 925 people, including 508 males and 417 females, living in 130 households. The sex ratio was 821 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.58%, with male literacy at 72.07% and female literacy at 52.94%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 394.
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 | 925 | 508 | 417 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 82 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 394 | 209 | 185 |
| Literate Population | 487 | 307 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 438 | 201 | 237 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dheku Bk. | West | 3.12 km |
| Vasant Nagar | South-West | 3.27 km |
| Lodhare | East | 3.95 km |
| Dheku Kh. | West | 4.55 km |
| Jategaon | South | 4.58 km |
| Adgaon Jehur | South-East | 5.15 km |
| Gujardari | East | 5.23 km |
| Pimpri Haveli | North-West | 6.01 km |
| Chivali | East | 6.93 km |
| Hingane Dehere | North | 7.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chandanpuri
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Chandanpuri. The nearest railway station is Naydongri, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.0 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 Nandgaon to Chandanpuri is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Chandanpuri is about 145 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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) | 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 Chandanpuri
Where is Chandanpuri located?
Chandanpuri village is located in Nandgaon Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandanpuri?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandanpuri is Anakwade.
What is the pincode of Chandanpuri?
The pincode of Chandanpuri is 423212.
What is the population of Chandanpuri?
Chandanpuri had a total population of 925, including 508 males and 417 females.
How many households are there in Chandanpuri?
Chandanpuri had 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandanpuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandanpuri was 63.58%. Male literacy was 72.07% and female literacy was 52.94%.