Chafet
Chafet is a village located in Lanja tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Lanja (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Punas is the gram panchayat of Chafet village.
Here you can discover what makes Chafet unique in its vibrant Lanja-Ratnagiri region. You’ll see Chafet’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chafet
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chafet is 565881. The village spans a total geographical area of 157.19 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416760. Ratnagiri is nearest town to Chafet village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chafet village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Rajapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chafet
Population of Chafet
According to the 2011 Census, Chafet has a total population of about 513, with approximately 261 males and 252 females. The sex ratio is around 965 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 45 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.81%, with male literacy at about 77.39% and female literacy near 59.92%. There are around 117 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chafet's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 513 | 261 | 252 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 25 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 353 | 202 | 151 |
| Illiterate Population | 160 | 59 | 101 |
Connectivity of Chafet
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chafet. As per the 2011 stats, Chafet had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chafet
Knowing the nearby villages of Chafet helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chafet.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chafet
- Where is Chafet located?
- Chafet village is situated in Lanja Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chafet?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chafet is Punas (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chafet?
- The pincode of Chafet is 416760, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chafet as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chafet is 513, with 261 males and 252 females.
- How many households are there in Chafet as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chafet village has a total of 117 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chafet as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chafet is 68.81%. The male literacy rate is 77.39%, while the female literacy rate is 59.92%.