Chafal
Chafal is a village located in Patan tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Patan (tehsildar office) and 54km away from district headquarter Satara. As per 2009 stats, Chafal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chafal unique in its vibrant Patan-Satara region. You’ll see Chafal’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chafal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chafal is 564295. The village spans a total geographical area of 778 hectares. Karad is nearest town to Chafal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chafal village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Patan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Satara Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chafal
Population of Chafal
According to the 2011 Census, Chafal has a total population of about 2,978, with approximately 1,480 males and 1,498 females. The sex ratio is around 1012 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 286 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 526 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 34. The overall literacy rate is approximately 81.80%, with male literacy at about 85.95% and female literacy near 77.70%. There are around 689 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chafal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,978 | 1,480 | 1,498 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 286 | 142 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 526 | 277 | 249 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 19 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 2,436 | 1,272 | 1,164 |
| Illiterate Population | 542 | 208 | 334 |
Connectivity of Chafal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chafal. As per the 2011 stats, Chafal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chafal
Knowing the nearby villages of Chafal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chafal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chafal
- Where is Chafal located?
- Chafal village is situated in Patan Tehsil, within the Satara district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chafal?
- Chafal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Chafal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chafal is 2,978, with 1,480 males and 1,498 females.
- How many households are there in Chafal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chafal village has a total of 689 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chafal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chafal is 81.80%. The male literacy rate is 85.95%, while the female literacy rate is 77.70%.