Chorochi - Kavathemahankal, Sangli
Chorochi is a village situated in the Kavathemahankal tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kavathemahankal and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Chorochi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chorochi is 568769. The village covers a total geographical area of 2229.55 hectares and falls under the 416403 pincode. Sangli Miraj Kupwad is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Chorochi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khanapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chorochi
As per Census 2011, Chorochi village has a total population of 2,488 people, consisting of 1,244 males and 1,244 females. The village has 535 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 269 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,365 literate and 1,123 illiterate residents. Additionally, 391 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chorochi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,488 | 1,244 | 1,244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 269 | 147 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 391 | 190 | 201 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,365 | 756 | 609 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,123 | 488 | 635 |
Nearby Villages of Chorochi
Chorochi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jambhulwadi | South-East | 2.73 km |
| Dholewadi | North | 3.12 km |
| Dudhebhavi | North-West | 3.17 km |
| Chudekhindi | South | 3.63 km |
| Pratapur | East | 4.79 km |
| Dhavadwadi | South-East | 4.87 km |
| Gulvanchi | North-East | 5.50 km |
| Bevanur | North | 5.62 km |
| Kadamwadi | West | 5.81 km |
| Hivare | South | 6.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chorochi
Chorochi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gulvanchi, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sangli Miraj Kupwad to Chorochi is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Chorochi is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chorochi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chorochi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chorochi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chorochi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chorochi
Where is Chorochi located?
Chorochi village is located in Kavathemahankal Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chorochi?
Chorochi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chorochi?
The pincode of Chorochi is 416403.
What is the population of Chorochi?
Chorochi has a total population of 2,488, including 1,244 males and 1,244 females.
How many households are there in Chorochi?
There are 535 households in Chorochi.
What is the literacy rate in Chorochi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chorochi is 54.86%. Male literacy is 60.77% and female literacy is 48.95%.