Chinchodi - Ambegaon, Pune
Chinchodi is a village situated in the Ambegaon tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghodegaon and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Chinchodi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chinchodi is 555487. The village covers a total geographical area of 1575 hectares and falls under the 410503 pincode. Junnar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Chinchodi 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 Chinchodi
As per Census 2011, Chinchodi village has a total population of 510 people, consisting of 249 males and 261 females. The village has 114 households and a sex ratio of 1,048 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 399 literate and 111 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chinchodi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 510 | 249 | 261 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 32 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 399 | 210 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 39 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Chinchodi
Chinchodi 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 Chinchodi
Chinchodi 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junnar to Chinchodi is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Chinchodi is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chinchodi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chinchodi 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 Chinchodi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chinchodi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chinchodi
Where is Chinchodi located?
Chinchodi village is located in Ambegaon Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chinchodi?
Chinchodi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chinchodi?
The pincode of Chinchodi is 410503.
What is the population of Chinchodi?
Chinchodi has a total population of 510, including 249 males and 261 females.
How many households are there in Chinchodi?
There are 114 households in Chinchodi.
What is the literacy rate in Chinchodi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chinchodi is 78.24%. Male literacy is 84.34% and female literacy is 72.41%.