Chafet - Lanja, Ratnagiri
Chafet is a village situated in the Lanja tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanja and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Punas serves as the Village Panchayat for Chafet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chafet is 565881. The village covers a total geographical area of 157.19 hectares and falls under the 416712 pincode. Ratnagiri is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Chafet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chafet
According to the 2011 Census, Chafet village had a total population of 513 people, including 261 males and 252 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.43%, with male literacy at 85.59% and female literacy at 65.09%.
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 | 513 | 261 | 252 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 25 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 353 | 202 | 151 |
| Illiterate Population | 160 | 59 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Chafet
Chafet 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Punas | South-West | 2.12 km |
| Padyar | East | 2.46 km |
| Gautamgaon | South | 2.54 km |
| Ghadashigaon | East | 2.78 km |
| Asode | North | 3.04 km |
| Kadugaon | North-East | 3.15 km |
| Kurne | South-East | 3.38 km |
| Gangarkarwadigaon | North | 3.41 km |
| Virgaon | South | 3.51 km |
| Joshigaon | South-West | 3.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chafet
Chafet is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nivasar, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ratnagiri to Chafet is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chafet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chafet village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chafet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chafet 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Chafet
Where is Chafet located?
Chafet village is located in Lanja Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Chafet?
The Village Panchayat of Chafet is Punas.
What is the pincode of Chafet?
The pincode of Chafet is 416712.
What is the population of Chafet?
Chafet had a total population of 513, including 261 males and 252 females.
How many households are there in Chafet?
Chafet had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chafet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chafet was 75.43%. Male literacy was 85.59% and female literacy was 65.09%.