Chas - Mokhada, Palghar
Chas is a village situated in the Mokhada tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from Mokhada and around 120 km from Thane. Chas village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chas is 551966. The village covers a total geographical area of 1644 hectares and falls under the 401604 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Chas 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 Chas
According to the 2011 Census, Chas village had a total population of 2,609 people, including 1,281 males and 1,328 females, living in 548 households. The sex ratio was 1,037 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.34%, with male literacy at 39.82% and female literacy at 31.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,574.
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 | 2,609 | 1,281 | 1,328 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 501 | 264 | 237 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,574 | 1,261 | 1,313 |
| Literate Population | 745 | 405 | 340 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,864 | 876 | 988 |
Nearby Villages of Chas
Chas 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 Chas
Chas 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jawhar to Chas is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Chas is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chas 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chas
Where is Chas located?
Chas village is located in Mokhada Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Chas?
Chas is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chas?
The pincode of Chas is 401604.
What is the population of Chas?
Chas had a total population of 2,609, including 1,281 males and 1,328 females.
How many households are there in Chas?
Chas had 548 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chas was 35.34%. Male literacy was 39.82% and female literacy was 31.16%.