Chindrawale - Guhagar, Ratnagiri
Chindrawale is a village situated in the Guhagar tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 90 km from the tehsil headquarters in Guhagar and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Chindavale serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chindrawale village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chindrawale is 565440. The village covers a total geographical area of 735.96 hectares and falls under the 415728 pincode. Chiplun is the nearest town, located about 74 km away.
Chindrawale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Guhagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chindrawale
As per Census 2011, Chindrawale village has a total population of 826 people, consisting of 281 males and 545 females. The village has 288 households and a sex ratio of 1,939 females per 1,000 males. There are 76 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 510 literate and 316 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chindrawale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 826 | 281 | 545 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 47 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 510 | 209 | 301 |
| Illiterate Population | 316 | 72 | 244 |
Nearby Villages of Chindrawale
Chindrawale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vaghambe | West | 2.10 km |
| Sheer | North-East | 2.46 km |
| Dodavali | South | 2.53 km |
| Umarath | North-West | 3.28 km |
| Masue Bk. | South-East | 3.72 km |
| Umarath Kh. | West | 3.73 km |
| Pimper | North | 3.82 km |
| Muslondi | West | 3.92 km |
| Karde | South-West | 3.98 km |
| Shigawanwadi | North-East | 4.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chindrawale
Chindrawale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Savarda, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.1 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 Chiplun to Chindrawale is about 74 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Chindrawale is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chindrawale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chindrawale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chindrawale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chindrawale 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 Chindrawale
Where is Chindrawale located?
Chindrawale village is located in Guhagar Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chindrawale?
The Gram Panchayat of Chindrawale is Chindavale.
What is the pincode of Chindrawale?
The pincode of Chindrawale is 415728.
What is the population of Chindrawale?
Chindrawale has a total population of 826, including 281 males and 545 females.
How many households are there in Chindrawale?
There are 288 households in Chindrawale.
What is the literacy rate in Chindrawale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chindrawale is 61.74%. Male literacy is 74.38% and female literacy is 55.23%.