Chinchwad - Devgad, Sindhudurg
Chinchwad is a village situated in the Devgad tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devgad and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Mond serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chinchwad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chinchwad is 566253. The village covers a total geographical area of 327 hectares and falls under the 416623 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Chinchwad 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 Chinchwad
According to the 2011 Census, Chinchwad village had a total population of 280 people, including 128 males and 152 females, living in 94 households. The sex ratio was 1,188 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.27%, with male literacy at 88.79% and female literacy at 78.72%.
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 | 280 | 128 | 152 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 214 | 103 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 25 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Chinchwad
Chinchwad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mond | East | 1.57 km |
| Kalvi | South | 1.98 km |
| Malegaon | North | 2.06 km |
| Virwadi | West | 2.71 km |
| Tembavali | South-East | 2.83 km |
| Mondpar | North-East | 3.13 km |
| Nadan | North-West | 3.73 km |
| Wadatar | West | 4.26 km |
| Talavade | South-East | 4.43 km |
| Dabhole | South | 5.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chinchwad
Chinchwad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Vaibhavwadi Rd, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajapur to Chinchwad is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Chinchwad is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chinchwad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chinchwad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chinchwad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chinchwad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chinchwad
Where is Chinchwad located?
Chinchwad village is located in Devgad Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chinchwad?
The Gram Panchayat of Chinchwad is Mond.
What is the pincode of Chinchwad?
The pincode of Chinchwad is 416623.
What is the population of Chinchwad?
Chinchwad had a total population of 280, including 128 males and 152 females.
How many households are there in Chinchwad?
Chinchwad had 94 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chinchwad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chinchwad was 83.27%. Male literacy was 88.79% and female literacy was 78.72%.