Chapadi - Mangaon, Raigad
Chapadi is a village situated in the Mangaon tehsil of Raigad district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from Mangaon and around 101 km from Alibag. Unegaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chapadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chapadi is 554673. The village covers a total geographical area of 107 hectares and falls under the 402104 pincode. Mahad is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Chapadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shrivardhan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chapadi
According to the 2011 Census, Chapadi village had a total population of 499 people, including 250 males and 249 females, living in 106 households. The sex ratio was 996 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.31%, with male literacy at 89.25% and female literacy at 64.00%.
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 | 499 | 250 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 36 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 335 | 191 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 164 | 59 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Chapadi
Chapadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kurwade | South-East | 1.23 km |
| Adghar | North | 1.25 km |
| Unegaon | West | 1.42 km |
| Wave Tarf Nijampur | North-West | 1.91 km |
| Garal | North | 2.11 km |
| Wadghar | South | 2.13 km |
| Wadgaon | South | 2.18 km |
| Repoli | East | 2.58 km |
| Dahivali Tarf Govele | West | 2.74 km |
| Lonshi | North-West | 2.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chapadi
Chapadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Goregaon Road, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mahad to Chapadi is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alibag to Chapadi is about 101 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chapadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chapadi 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 Chapadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chapadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chapadi
Where is Chapadi located?
Chapadi village is located in Mangaon Tehsil, Raigad district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chapadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Chapadi is Unegaon.
What is the pincode of Chapadi?
The pincode of Chapadi is 402104.
What is the population of Chapadi?
Chapadi had a total population of 499, including 250 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Chapadi?
Chapadi had 106 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chapadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chapadi was 76.31%. Male literacy was 89.25% and female literacy was 64.00%.