Chourapada - Trimbakeshwar, Nashik
Chourapada is a village situated in the Trimbakeshwar tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 70 km from the tehsil headquarters in Trimbak and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Mulwad serves as the Village Panchayat for Chourapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chourapada is 550862. The village covers a total geographical area of 453.71 hectares and falls under the 422212 pincode. Trimbak is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Chourapada 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 Chourapada
According to the 2011 Census, Chourapada village had a total population of 1,048 people, including 515 males and 533 females, living in 211 households. The sex ratio was 1,035 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.47%, with male literacy at 57.00% and female literacy at 42.43%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,043.
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 | 1,048 | 515 | 533 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 205 | 108 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,043 | 512 | 531 |
| Literate Population | 417 | 232 | 185 |
| Illiterate Population | 631 | 283 | 348 |
Nearby Villages of Chourapada
Chourapada is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chourapada
Chourapada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Chourapada is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Chourapada is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chourapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chourapada 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 Chourapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chourapada 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chourapada
Where is Chourapada located?
Chourapada village is located in Trimbakeshwar Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Chourapada?
The Village Panchayat of Chourapada is Mulwad.
What is the pincode of Chourapada?
The pincode of Chourapada is 422212.
What is the population of Chourapada?
Chourapada had a total population of 1,048, including 515 males and 533 females.
How many households are there in Chourapada?
Chourapada had 211 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chourapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chourapada was 49.47%. Male literacy was 57.00% and female literacy was 42.43%.