Chimangaon - Koregaon, Satara
Chimangaon is a village situated in the Koregaon tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Koregaon and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Chimangaon village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chimangaon is 563684. The village covers a total geographical area of 1497.47 hectares and falls under the 415501 pincode. Rahimatpur is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Chimangaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koregaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chimangaon
According to the 2011 Census, Chimangaon village had a total population of 3,751 people, including 1,879 males and 1,872 females, living in 827 households. The sex ratio was 996 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.67%, with male literacy at 87.58% and female literacy at 77.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 522, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 20.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,751 | 1,879 | 1,872 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 405 | 204 | 201 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 522 | 254 | 268 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 2,766 | 1,467 | 1,299 |
| Illiterate Population | 985 | 412 | 573 |
Nearby Villages of Chimangaon
Chimangaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhandarmachi | East | 1.58 km |
| Borjaiwadi | North-East | 2.61 km |
| Ramoshiwadi | South-East | 2.70 km |
| Bhatamwadi | South | 3.21 km |
| Bhose | West | 3.41 km |
| Sangavi | South-West | 4.01 km |
| Vardhangad | East | 4.87 km |
| Rui | North | 5.36 km |
| Chanchali | North-West | 5.79 km |
| Pawarwadi | East | 5.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chimangaon
Public transport in the Chimangaon is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Koregaon, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.4 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 Rahimatpur to Chimangaon is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Chimangaon is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chimangaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chimangaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chimangaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chimangaon 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chimangaon
Where is Chimangaon located?
Chimangaon village is located in Koregaon Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Chimangaon?
Chimangaon is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chimangaon?
The pincode of Chimangaon is 415501.
What is the population of Chimangaon?
Chimangaon had a total population of 3,751, including 1,879 males and 1,872 females.
How many households are there in Chimangaon?
Chimangaon had 827 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chimangaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chimangaon was 82.67%. Male literacy was 87.58% and female literacy was 77.74%.