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.
Chafal has its own place in the vibrant Satara region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Chafal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chafal village:
- The total population of Chafal village is around 2,978, including approximately 1,480 males and 1,498 females, with a sex ratio of 1012 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 286 children aged 0–6 years in Chafal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chafal village has 526 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 34 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chafal village is about 81.80%, with male literacy at 85.95% and female literacy at 77.70%.
- There are around 689 households in Chafal village.
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%.