Chungi - Akkalkot, Solapur
Chungi is a village situated in the Akkalkot tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akkalkot and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Chungi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chungi is 562858. The village covers a total geographical area of 1763 hectares and falls under the 413226 pincode. Akkalkot is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Chungi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akkalkot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chungi
As per Census 2011, Chungi village has a total population of 2,967 people, consisting of 1,504 males and 1,463 females. The village has 604 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 380 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,838 literate and 1,129 illiterate residents. Additionally, 444 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 61 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chungi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,967 | 1,504 | 1,463 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 380 | 189 | 191 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 444 | 213 | 231 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 61 | 35 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 1,838 | 1,074 | 764 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,129 | 430 | 699 |
Nearby Villages of Chungi
Chungi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sultanpur | North | 3.21 km |
| Hannur | West | 3.69 km |
| Kurnur | South | 4.17 km |
| Kini | East | 4.20 km |
| Gulhalli | North | 4.78 km |
| Nanhegaon | West | 5.21 km |
| Bavkarwadi | South | 5.44 km |
| Nilegaon | North-West | 5.77 km |
| Motyal | South | 6.74 km |
| Badole Bk | South-East | 6.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chungi
Public transport in the Chungi is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tilati, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Akkalkot to Chungi is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Chungi is about 40 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 Chungi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chungi 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 Chungi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chungi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chungi
Where is Chungi located?
Chungi village is located in Akkalkot Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chungi?
Chungi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chungi?
The pincode of Chungi is 413226.
What is the population of Chungi?
Chungi has a total population of 2,967, including 1,504 males and 1,463 females.
How many households are there in Chungi?
There are 604 households in Chungi.
What is the literacy rate in Chungi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chungi is 61.95%. Male literacy is 71.41% and female literacy is 52.22%.