Chinchohol - Trimbakeshwar, Nashik
Chinchohol is a village situated in the Trimbakeshwar tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 48 km from the tehsil headquarters in Trimbak and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Chinchohol village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chinchohol is 550824. The village covers a total geographical area of 488.2 hectares and falls under the 422204 pincode. Trimbak is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Chinchohol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Igatpuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nashik Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chinchohol
According to the 2011 Census, Chinchohol village had a total population of 1,079 people, including 517 males and 562 females, living in 195 households. The sex ratio was 1,087 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.91%, with male literacy at 72.26% and female literacy at 50.45%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,078.
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 | 1,079 | 517 | 562 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 106 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,078 | 516 | 562 |
| Literate Population | 522 | 297 | 225 |
| Illiterate Population | 557 | 220 | 337 |
Nearby Villages of Chinchohol
Chinchohol 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Goldari | West | 2.48 km |
| Behedpada | East | 2.79 km |
| Hatlondhi | South-East | 3.11 km |
| Deodongara | North-West | 3.91 km |
| Kharshet | North-East | 5.05 km |
| Khairaipali | East | 5.26 km |
| Sawarpada | East | 5.34 km |
| Kas | North | 5.46 km |
| Thanapada | South-East | 5.91 km |
| Khadakohol | West | 5.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chinchohol
Chinchohol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Karambeli, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.4 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 Trimbak to Chinchohol is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Chinchohol is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chinchohol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chinchohol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chinchohol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chinchohol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chinchohol
Where is Chinchohol located?
Chinchohol village is located in Trimbakeshwar Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Chinchohol?
Chinchohol is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chinchohol?
The pincode of Chinchohol is 422204.
What is the population of Chinchohol?
Chinchohol had a total population of 1,079, including 517 males and 562 females.
How many households are there in Chinchohol?
Chinchohol had 195 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chinchohol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chinchohol was 60.91%. Male literacy was 72.26% and female literacy was 50.45%.