Chinchale - Dahanu, Palghar
Chinchale is a village situated in the Dahanu tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 24 km from Dahanu and around 160 km from Thane. Chinchale village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chinchale is 551652. The village covers a total geographical area of 375 hectares and falls under the 401606 pincode. Dahanu is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Chinchale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dahanu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chinchale
According to the 2011 Census, Chinchale village had a total population of 1,449 people, including 749 males and 700 females, living in 296 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.18%, with male literacy at 67.39% and female literacy at 46.01%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,379.
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 | 1,449 | 749 | 700 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 216 | 105 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,379 | 699 | 680 |
| Literate Population | 705 | 434 | 271 |
| Illiterate Population | 744 | 315 | 429 |
Nearby Villages of Chinchale
Chinchale 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 Chinchale
Chinchale is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Dahanu to Chinchale is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Chinchale is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chinchale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chinchale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chinchale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chinchale 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chinchale
Where is Chinchale located?
Chinchale village is located in Dahanu Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Chinchale?
Chinchale is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chinchale?
The pincode of Chinchale is 401606.
What is the population of Chinchale?
Chinchale had a total population of 1,449, including 749 males and 700 females.
How many households are there in Chinchale?
Chinchale had 296 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chinchale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chinchale was 57.18%. Male literacy was 67.39% and female literacy was 46.01%.