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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Chimangaon village has a total population of 3,751 people, consisting of 1,879 males and 1,872 females. The village has 827 households and a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males. There are 405 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,766 literate and 985 illiterate residents. Additionally, 522 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chimangaon are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Chimangaon?
Chimangaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chimangaon?
The pincode of Chimangaon is 415501.
What is the population of Chimangaon?
Chimangaon has a total population of 3,751, including 1,879 males and 1,872 females.
How many households are there in Chimangaon?
There are 827 households in Chimangaon.
What is the literacy rate in Chimangaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chimangaon is 73.74%. Male literacy is 78.07% and female literacy is 69.39%.