Chachegaon - Karad, Satara
Chachegaon is a village situated in the Karad tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karad and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Chachegaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chachegaon is 564588. The village covers a total geographical area of 615 hectares and falls under the 415122 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Chachegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karad South Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chachegaon
As per Census 2011, Chachegaon village has a total population of 3,366 people, consisting of 1,710 males and 1,656 females. The village has 722 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 339 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,400 literate and 966 illiterate residents. Additionally, 501 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chachegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,366 | 1,710 | 1,656 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 339 | 192 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 501 | 254 | 247 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 2,400 | 1,303 | 1,097 |
| Illiterate Population | 966 | 407 | 559 |
Nearby Villages of Chachegaon
Chachegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kese | North | 2.56 km |
| Jakhinwadi | South-East | 2.70 km |
| Varunji | North-East | 2.87 km |
| Yeravale | West | 2.92 km |
| Ving | South-West | 2.95 km |
| Padalikese | North-West | 3.94 km |
| Dhondewadi | South | 4.57 km |
| Mundhe | North | 4.63 km |
| Kapil | East | 4.70 km |
| Potale | West | 4.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chachegaon
Chachegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Karad, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.8 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karad to Chachegaon is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Chachegaon is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chachegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chachegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chachegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chachegaon 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chachegaon
Where is Chachegaon located?
Chachegaon village is located in Karad Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chachegaon?
Chachegaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chachegaon?
The pincode of Chachegaon is 415122.
What is the population of Chachegaon?
Chachegaon has a total population of 3,366, including 1,710 males and 1,656 females.
How many households are there in Chachegaon?
There are 722 households in Chachegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Chachegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chachegaon is 71.30%. Male literacy is 76.20% and female literacy is 66.24%.