Chavhanwadi - Phaltan, Satara
Chavhanwadi is a village situated in the Phaltan tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phaltan and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Chavhanwadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chavhanwadi is 563240. The village covers a total geographical area of 577 hectares and falls under the 415521 pincode. Phaltan is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Chavhanwadi 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 Chavhanwadi
As per Census 2011, Chavhanwadi village has a total population of 1,558 people, consisting of 812 males and 746 females. The village has 349 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 170 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,226 literate and 332 illiterate residents. Additionally, 101 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chavhanwadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,558 | 812 | 746 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 91 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 57 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 7 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 1,226 | 686 | 540 |
| Illiterate Population | 332 | 126 | 206 |
Nearby Villages of Chavhanwadi
Chavhanwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Taradgaon | North-East | 2.92 km |
| Aradgaon | South-West | 3.01 km |
| Kapadgaon | West | 3.40 km |
| Shindemal | North | 3.47 km |
| Koregaon | North-West | 3.98 km |
| Chambharwadi | South-West | 4.13 km |
| Vitthalwadi | East | 4.34 km |
| Malewadi | North-East | 4.45 km |
| Saswad | South-East | 5.22 km |
| Tambave | South-West | 5.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chavhanwadi
Chavhanwadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Lonand, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phaltan to Chavhanwadi is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Chavhanwadi is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chavhanwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chavhanwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chavhanwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chavhanwadi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chavhanwadi
Where is Chavhanwadi located?
Chavhanwadi village is located in Phaltan Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chavhanwadi?
Chavhanwadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chavhanwadi?
The pincode of Chavhanwadi is 415521.
What is the population of Chavhanwadi?
Chavhanwadi has a total population of 1,558, including 812 males and 746 females.
How many households are there in Chavhanwadi?
There are 349 households in Chavhanwadi.
What is the literacy rate in Chavhanwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chavhanwadi is 78.69%. Male literacy is 84.48% and female literacy is 72.39%.