Met Chandrachi - Trimbakeshwar, Nashik
Met Chandrachi is a village situated in the Trimbakeshwar tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Trimbak and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Met Chandryachi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Met Chandrachi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Met Chandrachi is 550936. The village covers a total geographical area of 635 hectares and falls under the 422212 pincode. Igatpuri is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Met Chandrachi 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 Met Chandrachi
As per Census 2011, Met Chandrachi village has a total population of 827 people, consisting of 431 males and 396 females. The village has 183 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 145 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 393 literate and 434 illiterate residents. Additionally, 59 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 747 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Met Chandrachi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 827 | 431 | 396 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 74 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 29 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 747 | 392 | 355 |
| Literate Population | 393 | 236 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 434 | 195 | 239 |
Nearby Villages of Met Chandrachi
Met Chandrachi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Met Humbhachi | South | 2.08 km |
| Dhondmaryachimet | North-West | 2.96 km |
| Avhate | East | 3.28 km |
| Take Harsha | North-East | 3.97 km |
| Khoch | North-West | 4.69 km |
| Deogaon | South-East | 4.91 km |
| Koshimshet | West | 5.72 km |
| Alwand | East | 6.01 km |
| Harshawadi | North | 6.36 km |
| Aswali Harsh | East | 6.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Met Chandrachi
Met Chandrachi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Block And Catch Siding Cabine No.2, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.4 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 Igatpuri to Met Chandrachi is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Met Chandrachi is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Met Chandrachi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Met Chandrachi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Met Chandrachi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Met Chandrachi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Met Chandrachi
Where is Met Chandrachi located?
Met Chandrachi village is located in Trimbakeshwar Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Met Chandrachi?
The Gram Panchayat of Met Chandrachi is Met Chandryachi.
What is the pincode of Met Chandrachi?
The pincode of Met Chandrachi is 422212.
What is the population of Met Chandrachi?
Met Chandrachi has a total population of 827, including 431 males and 396 females.
How many households are there in Met Chandrachi?
There are 183 households in Met Chandrachi.
What is the literacy rate in Met Chandrachi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Met Chandrachi is 47.52%. Male literacy is 54.76% and female literacy is 39.65%.