Chafe - Ratnagiri
Chafe is a village situated in the Ratnagiri tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 39 km from Ratnagiri, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Chafe village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chafe is 565542. The village covers a total geographical area of 1277.15 hectares and falls under the 415620 pincode. Ratnagiri is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Chafe village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ratnagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chafe
As per Census 2011, Chafe village has a total population of 2,074 people, consisting of 931 males and 1,143 females. The village has 461 households and a sex ratio of 1,227 females per 1,000 males. There are 198 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,346 literate and 728 illiterate residents. Additionally, 37 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chafe are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,074 | 931 | 1,143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 98 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 2 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,346 | 707 | 639 |
| Illiterate Population | 728 | 224 | 504 |
Nearby Villages of Chafe
Chafe 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Talekarwadi | South-West | 2.76 km |
| Dewood | North-East | 3.50 km |
| Chave | East | 3.93 km |
| Agarnaral | North | 4.09 km |
| Nivendi | South-West | 4.25 km |
| Kalzondi | North-West | 4.73 km |
| Chikhalwadi | North-East | 4.82 km |
| Ori | South-East | 5.18 km |
| Khalgaon | East | 5.23 km |
| Bondye | East | 5.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chafe
Chafe is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ukshi, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.3 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 Ratnagiri to Chafe is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chafe
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chafe 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chafe
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chafe 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chafe
Where is Chafe located?
Chafe village is located in Ratnagiri Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chafe?
Chafe is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chafe?
The pincode of Chafe is 415620.
What is the population of Chafe?
Chafe has a total population of 2,074, including 931 males and 1,143 females.
How many households are there in Chafe?
There are 461 households in Chafe.
What is the literacy rate in Chafe?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chafe is 64.90%. Male literacy is 75.94% and female literacy is 55.91%.