Chavhanwadi - Shirur, Pune
Chavhanwadi is a village situated in the Shirur tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Chavhanwadi village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chavhanwadi is 555640. The village covers a total geographical area of 1430.63 hectares and falls under the 412210 pincode. Shirur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Chavhanwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shirur Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Chavhanwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Chavhanwadi village had a total population of 1,442 people, including 819 males and 623 females, living in 268 households. The sex ratio was 761 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.37%, with male literacy at 94.02% and female literacy at 80.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 60.
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 | 1,442 | 819 | 623 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 83 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 60 | 31 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 1,147 | 692 | 455 |
| Illiterate Population | 295 | 127 | 168 |
Nearby Villages of Chavhanwadi
Chavhanwadi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Danewadi | North-East | 2.87 km |
| Nimone | South-East | 3.68 km |
| Golegaon | North-West | 3.91 km |
| Rajapur | North-East | 5.97 km |
| Math | East | 6.22 km |
| Karde | West | 6.25 km |
| Ambale | South-West | 6.99 km |
| Gunat | South-East | 7.35 km |
| Shindodi | South-East | 8.21 km |
| Hingani Dumala | North | 8.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chavhanwadi
Chavhanwadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Visapur, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.5 km.
| 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 Shirur to Chavhanwadi is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Chavhanwadi is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chavhanwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chavhanwadi 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 Chavhanwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chavhanwadi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chavhanwadi
Where is Chavhanwadi located?
Chavhanwadi village is located in Shirur Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Chavhanwadi?
Chavhanwadi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chavhanwadi?
The pincode of Chavhanwadi is 412210.
What is the population of Chavhanwadi?
Chavhanwadi had a total population of 1,442, including 819 males and 623 females.
How many households are there in Chavhanwadi?
Chavhanwadi had 268 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chavhanwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chavhanwadi was 88.37%. Male literacy was 94.02% and female literacy was 80.96%.