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.
Chirai has its own place in the vibrant Nashik region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Chirai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chirai village:
- The total population of Chirai village is around 314, including approximately 153 males and 161 females, with a sex ratio of 1052 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 81 children aged 0–6 years in Chirai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chirai village has 1 person belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 313 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chirai village is about 42.36%, with male literacy at 52.29% and female literacy at 32.92%.
- There are around 48 households in Chirai village.
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%.