Chafed - Devgad, Sindhudurg
Chafed is a village situated in the Devgad tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devgad and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Chafed village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chafed is 566303. The village covers a total geographical area of 536.06 hectares and falls under the 416610 pincode. Malwan is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Chafed village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kankavli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chafed
According to the 2011 Census, Chafed village had a total population of 629 people, including 311 males and 318 females, living in 150 households. The sex ratio was 1,023 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.46%, with male literacy at 93.45% and female literacy at 81.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 629 | 311 | 318 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 516 | 271 | 245 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 40 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Chafed
Chafed 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aynal | East | 2.19 km |
| Hadpid | North | 3.79 km |
| Main | South-East | 4.01 km |
| Otav | East | 4.58 km |
| Koloshi | North | 4.66 km |
| Shirgaon | West | 4.70 km |
| Kuvale | South-West | 4.86 km |
| Humbarane | South | 5.94 km |
| Salashi | West | 6.43 km |
| Nimatwadi | North-West | 6.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chafed
Public transport in the Chafed is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nandgaon Road, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malwan to Chafed is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Chafed is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chafed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chafed 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chafed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chafed village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chafed
Where is Chafed located?
Chafed village is located in Devgad Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chafed?
Chafed is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chafed?
The pincode of Chafed is 416610.
What is the population of Chafed?
Chafed had a total population of 629, including 311 males and 318 females.
How many households are there in Chafed?
Chafed had 150 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chafed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chafed was 87.46%. Male literacy was 93.45% and female literacy was 81.67%.