Chas - Khed, Pune
Chas is a village situated in the Khed tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajgurunagar and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Chas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chas is 555778. The village covers a total geographical area of 2518 hectares and falls under the 410513 pincode. Alandi 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.
Population of Chas
As per Census 2011, Chas village has a total population of 2,363 people, consisting of 1,226 males and 1,137 females. The village has 538 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 229 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,715 literate and 648 illiterate residents. Additionally, 157 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 129 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,363 | 1,226 | 1,137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 229 | 122 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 157 | 77 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 129 | 70 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 1,715 | 970 | 745 |
| Illiterate Population | 648 | 256 | 392 |
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 Alandi 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 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chas
Where is Chas located?
Chas village is located in Khed Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chas?
Chas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chas?
The pincode of Chas is 410513.
What is the population of Chas?
Chas has a total population of 2,363, including 1,226 males and 1,137 females.
How many households are there in Chas?
There are 538 households in Chas.
What is the literacy rate in Chas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chas is 72.58%. Male literacy is 79.12% and female literacy is 65.52%.