Chas - Ambegaon, Pune
Chas is a village situated in the Ambegaon tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghodegaon and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Chas village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chas is 555485. The village covers a total geographical area of 360.05 hectares and falls under the 410515 pincode. Junnar is the nearest town, located about 30 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 Ambegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shirur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chas
According to the 2011 Census, Chas village had a total population of 2,345 people, including 1,184 males and 1,161 females, living in 504 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.80%, with male literacy at 89.79% and female literacy at 73.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 165, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 140.
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 | 2,345 | 1,184 | 1,161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 224 | 126 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 165 | 78 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 140 | 72 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 1,735 | 950 | 785 |
| Illiterate Population | 610 | 234 | 376 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Junnar to Chas is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Chas is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 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 >10 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chas
Where is Chas located?
Chas village is located in Ambegaon Tehsil, Pune 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 410515.
What is the population of Chas?
Chas had a total population of 2,345, including 1,184 males and 1,161 females.
How many households are there in Chas?
Chas had 504 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chas was 81.80%. Male literacy was 89.79% and female literacy was 73.85%.