Chandrapur - Jawhar, Palghar
Chandrapur is a village situated in the Jawhar tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from Jawhar and around 115 km from Thane. Aaptale serves as the Village Panchayat for Chandrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandrapur is 551928. The village covers a total geographical area of 229.89 hectares and falls under the 401603 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Chandrapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandrapur
According to the 2011 Census, Chandrapur village had a total population of 412 people, including 186 males and 226 females, living in 107 households. The sex ratio was 1,215 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.28%, with male literacy at 84.28% and female literacy at 50.25%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 410.
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 | 412 | 186 | 226 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 27 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 410 | 185 | 225 |
| Literate Population | 235 | 134 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 52 | 125 |
Nearby Villages of Chandrapur
Chandrapur 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 Chandrapur
Public transport in the Chandrapur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Chandrapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jawhar to Chandrapur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Chandrapur is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandrapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandrapur 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 Chandrapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandrapur 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chandrapur
Where is Chandrapur located?
Chandrapur village is located in Jawhar Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Chandrapur?
The Village Panchayat of Chandrapur is Aaptale.
What is the pincode of Chandrapur?
The pincode of Chandrapur is 401603.
What is the population of Chandrapur?
Chandrapur had a total population of 412, including 186 males and 226 females.
How many households are there in Chandrapur?
Chandrapur had 107 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandrapur was 65.28%. Male literacy was 84.28% and female literacy was 50.25%.