Chinchewadi - Shirala, Sangli
Chinchewadi is a village situated in the Shirala tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirala and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Chinchewadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chinchewadi is 568228. The village covers a total geographical area of 121.43 hectares and falls under the 415405 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Chinchewadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shirala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chinchewadi
As per Census 2011, Chinchewadi village has a total population of 446 people, consisting of 219 males and 227 females. The village has 92 households and a sex ratio of 1,036 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 283 literate and 163 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chinchewadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 446 | 219 | 227 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 17 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 283 | 169 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 50 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Chinchewadi
Chinchewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kadamwadi | South-East | 1.01 km |
| Kinarewadi | North-East | 1.57 km |
| Kalundre | South | 1.60 km |
| Kharale | North-West | 1.66 km |
| Kusalewadi | South-East | 1.71 km |
| Marathewadi | South-West | 2.49 km |
| Karungali | South-West | 2.64 km |
| Manewadi | North-East | 3.35 km |
| Gudhe | North | 3.42 km |
| Pachgani | North-East | 3.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chinchewadi
Chinchewadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shenoli, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.7 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 Karad to Chinchewadi is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Chinchewadi is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chinchewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chinchewadi 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chinchewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chinchewadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chinchewadi
Where is Chinchewadi located?
Chinchewadi village is located in Shirala Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chinchewadi?
Chinchewadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chinchewadi?
The pincode of Chinchewadi is 415405.
What is the population of Chinchewadi?
Chinchewadi has a total population of 446, including 219 males and 227 females.
How many households are there in Chinchewadi?
There are 92 households in Chinchewadi.
What is the literacy rate in Chinchewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chinchewadi is 63.45%. Male literacy is 77.17% and female literacy is 50.22%.