Chinchali - Dapoli, Ratnagiri
Chinchali is a village situated in the Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dapoli Camp and around 153 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Shirkhal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chinchali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chinchali is 564862. The village covers a total geographical area of 211 hectares and falls under the 415716 pincode. Dapoli Camp is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Chinchali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dapoli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chinchali
As per Census 2011, Chinchali village has a total population of 496 people, consisting of 243 males and 253 females. The village has 114 households and a sex ratio of 1,041 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 315 literate and 181 illiterate residents. Additionally, 53 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chinchali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 496 | 243 | 253 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 26 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 25 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 315 | 180 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 181 | 63 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Chinchali
Chinchali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Samsher Ali Nagar | North-West | 1.00 km |
| Shirkhal | South | 1.86 km |
| Visapur | North-West | 2.18 km |
| Visharantinagar | North | 2.20 km |
| Shirsoli | West | 3.50 km |
| Palgad | South | 3.61 km |
| Hatip | South-West | 3.64 km |
| Shirsadi | North | 3.78 km |
| Shivtar | East | 3.97 km |
| Dr.iqubalnagar | North-West | 4.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chinchali
Public transport in the Chinchali is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vinhere, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.3 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 Dapoli Camp to Chinchali is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Chinchali is about 153 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chinchali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chinchali 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chinchali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chinchali 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 Chinchali
Where is Chinchali located?
Chinchali village is located in Dapoli Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chinchali?
The Gram Panchayat of Chinchali is Shirkhal.
What is the pincode of Chinchali?
The pincode of Chinchali is 415716.
What is the population of Chinchali?
Chinchali has a total population of 496, including 243 males and 253 females.
How many households are there in Chinchali?
There are 114 households in Chinchali.
What is the literacy rate in Chinchali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chinchali is 63.51%. Male literacy is 74.07% and female literacy is 53.36%.