Chavhanwadi Village - 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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Chavhanwadi village has a total population of 1,442 people, consisting of 819 males and 623 females. The village has 268 households and a sex ratio of 760 females per 1,000 males. There are 144 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,147 literate and 295 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 60 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chavhanwadi are given below:
| Particulars | 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 gram panchayat of Chavhanwadi?
Chavhanwadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chavhanwadi?
The pincode of Chavhanwadi is 412210.
What is the population of Chavhanwadi?
Chavhanwadi has a total population of 1,442, including 819 males and 623 females.
How many households are there in Chavhanwadi?
There are 268 households in Chavhanwadi.
What is the literacy rate in Chavhanwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chavhanwadi is 79.54%. Male literacy is 84.49% and female literacy is 73.03%.