Chincholi - Shirala, Sangli
Chincholi is a village situated in the Shirala tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirala and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Chincholi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chincholi is 568249. The village covers a total geographical area of 299.57 hectares and falls under the 415405 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Chincholi 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 Chincholi
As per Census 2011, Chincholi village has a total population of 1,497 people, consisting of 681 males and 816 females. The village has 367 households and a sex ratio of 1,198 females per 1,000 males. There are 165 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 980 literate and 517 illiterate residents. Additionally, 259 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chincholi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,497 | 681 | 816 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 83 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 259 | 121 | 138 |
| Literate Population | 980 | 540 | 440 |
| Illiterate Population | 517 | 141 | 376 |
Nearby Villages of Chincholi
Chincholi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Morewadi | North | 1.02 km |
| Gondoli | West | 1.48 km |
| Dhaswadi | East | 1.67 km |
| Malewadi | South-East | 2.03 km |
| Kokarud | South | 2.07 km |
| Khujgaon | North | 2.17 km |
| Malewadi | North-West | 2.99 km |
| Kusaiwadi | North-East | 3.11 km |
| Khirawade | North | 3.37 km |
| Bilashi | South-East | 3.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chincholi
Chincholi 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 39.0 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 Chincholi is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Chincholi is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chincholi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chincholi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chincholi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chincholi 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chincholi
Where is Chincholi located?
Chincholi village is located in Shirala Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chincholi?
Chincholi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chincholi?
The pincode of Chincholi is 415405.
What is the population of Chincholi?
Chincholi has a total population of 1,497, including 681 males and 816 females.
How many households are there in Chincholi?
There are 367 households in Chincholi.
What is the literacy rate in Chincholi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chincholi is 65.46%. Male literacy is 79.30% and female literacy is 53.92%.