Chirai
Chirai is a village located in Surgana tehsil of Nashik district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Surgana (tehsildar office) and 79km away from district headquarter Nashik. As per 2009 stats, Nagshevadi is the gram panchayat of Chirai village.
Here you can discover what makes Chirai unique in its vibrant Surgana-Nashik region. You’ll see Chirai’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chirai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chirai is 549693. The village spans a total geographical area of 112.19 hectares. Nashik is nearest town to Chirai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 79km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chirai village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kalwan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dindori Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chirai
Population of Chirai
According to the 2011 Census, Chirai has a total population of about 314, with approximately 153 males and 161 females. The sex ratio is around 1052 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 81 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 313. The overall literacy rate is approximately 42.36%, with male literacy at about 52.29% and female literacy near 32.92%. There are around 48 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chirai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 314 | 153 | 161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 40 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 313 | 153 | 160 |
| Literate Population | 133 | 80 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 181 | 73 | 108 |
Connectivity of Chirai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chirai. As per the 2011 stats, Chirai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chirai
Knowing the nearby villages of Chirai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chirai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chirai
- Where is Chirai located?
- Chirai village is situated in Surgana Tehsil, within the Nashik district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chirai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chirai is Nagshevadi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Chirai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chirai is 314, with 153 males and 161 females.
- How many households are there in Chirai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chirai village has a total of 48 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chirai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chirai is 42.36%. The male literacy rate is 52.29%, while the female literacy rate is 32.92%.