Chinchale - Surgana, Nashik
Chinchale is a village situated in the Surgana tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Surgana and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Gondune serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chinchale village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chinchale is 549594. The village covers a total geographical area of 515.58 hectares and falls under the 422211 pincode. Wazda(gujrat) is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Chinchale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalwan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chinchale
According to the 2011 Census, Chinchale village had a total population of 1,495 people, including 832 males and 663 females, living in 210 households. The sex ratio was 797 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.96%, with male literacy at 87.14% and female literacy at 73.15%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,484.
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 | 1,495 | 832 | 663 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 78 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,484 | 826 | 658 |
| Literate Population | 1,093 | 657 | 436 |
| Illiterate Population | 402 | 175 | 227 |
Nearby Villages of Chinchale
Chinchale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bardipada | North-West | 1.31 km |
| Chandrapur | North-East | 1.81 km |
| Gondune | South | 2.23 km |
| Hadkaichond | South-East | 2.66 km |
| Ranjune | South | 4.06 km |
| Pangarne | South | 4.19 km |
| Kukudne | South-West | 4.84 km |
| Udmal | South | 5.40 km |
| Songir | South | 5.64 km |
| Deshmukh Nagar | South-West | 5.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chinchale
Public transport in the Chinchale is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Waghai, while the nearest airport is Surat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.5 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 Wazda(gujrat) to Chinchale is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Chinchale 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 Chinchale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chinchale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chinchale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chinchale village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chinchale
Where is Chinchale located?
Chinchale village is located in Surgana Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chinchale?
The Gram Panchayat of Chinchale is Gondune.
What is the pincode of Chinchale?
The pincode of Chinchale is 422211.
What is the population of Chinchale?
Chinchale had a total population of 1,495, including 832 males and 663 females.
How many households are there in Chinchale?
Chinchale had 210 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chinchale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chinchale was 80.96%. Male literacy was 87.14% and female literacy was 73.15%.