Chafer
Chafer is a village located in Patan tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Patan (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Satara. As per 2009 stats, Maneri is the gram panchayat of Chafer village.
Here you can discover what makes Chafer unique in its vibrant Patan-Satara region. You’ll see Chafer’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 Chafer
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chafer is 564177. The village spans a total geographical area of 687.53 hectares. Karad is nearest town to Chafer village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 52km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chafer 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 Chafer
Population of Chafer
According to the 2011 Census, Chafer has a total population of about 671, with approximately 318 males and 353 females. The sex ratio is around 1110 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 94 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 83 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.89%, with male literacy at about 70.13% and female literacy near 56.37%. There are around 144 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chafer's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 671 | 318 | 353 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 48 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 41 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 422 | 223 | 199 |
| Illiterate Population | 249 | 95 | 154 |
Connectivity of Chafer
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chafer. As per the 2011 stats, Chafer 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 Chafer
Knowing the nearby villages of Chafer helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chafer.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chafer
- Where is Chafer located?
- Chafer village is situated in Patan Tehsil, within the Satara district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chafer?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chafer is Maneri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Chafer as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chafer is 671, with 318 males and 353 females.
- How many households are there in Chafer as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chafer village has a total of 144 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chafer as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chafer is 62.89%. The male literacy rate is 70.13%, while the female literacy rate is 56.37%.