Chandore - Nandgaon, Nashik
Chandore is a village situated in the Nandgaon tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nandgaon and around 133 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Chandore village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandore is 550380. The village covers a total geographical area of 2142 hectares and falls under the 424109 pincode. Nandgaon is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Chandore 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 Chandore
According to the 2011 Census, Chandore village had a total population of 2,249 people, including 1,156 males and 1,093 females, living in 444 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.19%, with male literacy at 82.74% and female literacy at 63.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 125, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 835.
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 | 2,249 | 1,156 | 1,093 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 429 | 223 | 206 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 125 | 68 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 835 | 428 | 407 |
| Literate Population | 1,332 | 772 | 560 |
| Illiterate Population | 917 | 384 | 533 |
Nearby Villages of Chandore
Chandore 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rankhede | North-East | 3.64 km |
| Muldongari | North | 3.95 km |
| Jalgaon Kh. | South | 4.23 km |
| Babhulwadi | South-West | 4.31 km |
| Pimparkhed | South-East | 4.32 km |
| Birole | North-East | 5.61 km |
| Doctorwadi | South-West | 5.85 km |
| Pardhadi | South-East | 6.91 km |
| Chinchvihir | South | 6.94 km |
| Talwade | North | 7.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chandore
Chandore is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pimpar Khed, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nandgaon to Chandore is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Chandore is about 133 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandore
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandore village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chandore
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandore 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Chandore
Where is Chandore located?
Chandore village is located in Nandgaon Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Chandore?
Chandore is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chandore?
The pincode of Chandore is 424109.
What is the population of Chandore?
Chandore had a total population of 2,249, including 1,156 males and 1,093 females.
How many households are there in Chandore?
Chandore had 444 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandore?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandore was 73.19%. Male literacy was 82.74% and female literacy was 63.13%.