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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Chourapada village has a total population of 1,048 people, consisting of 515 males and 533 females. The village has 211 households and a sex ratio of 1,034 females per 1,000 males. There are 205 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 417 literate and 631 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,043 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chourapada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,048 | 515 | 533 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 205 | 108 | 97 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Chourapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Chourapada is Mulwad.
What is the pincode of Chourapada?
The pincode of Chourapada is 422212.
What is the population of Chourapada?
Chourapada has a total population of 1,048, including 515 males and 533 females.
How many households are there in Chourapada?
There are 211 households in Chourapada.
What is the literacy rate in Chourapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chourapada is 39.79%. Male literacy is 45.05% and female literacy is 34.71%.