Chafal
About Chafal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chafal village is 564295. Chafal village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 778 hectares. Chafal has a total population of 2,978 peoples, out of which male population is 1,480 while female population is 1,498. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1012 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chafal village is 81.80% out of which 85.95% males and 77.70% females are literate. There are about 689 houses in chafal village.
When it comes to administration, Chafal village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Chafal village comes under Patan Vidhan Sabha constituency & Satara Lok Sabha constituency. Karad is nearest town to chafal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
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Population of Chafal
The population details of Chafal cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,978 | 1,480 | 1,498 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 286 | 142 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 526 | 277 | 249 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 34 | 19 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 2,436 | 1,272 | 1,164 |
| Illiterate Population | 542 | 208 | 334 |
Connectivity of Chafal
| 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 |
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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%.