Chandapuri - Malshiras, Solapur
Chandapuri is a village situated in the Malshiras tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malshiras and around 112 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Chandapuri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandapuri is 562499. The village covers a total geographical area of 1528.35 hectares and falls under the 413310 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Chandapuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malshiras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandapuri
As per Census 2011, Chandapuri village has a total population of 2,398 people, consisting of 1,270 males and 1,128 females. The village has 449 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 320 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,572 literate and 826 illiterate residents. Additionally, 697 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandapuri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,398 | 1,270 | 1,128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 320 | 172 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 697 | 346 | 351 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,572 | 938 | 634 |
| Illiterate Population | 826 | 332 | 494 |
Nearby Villages of Chandapuri
Chandapuri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathanwasti | South-West | 2.72 km |
| Zinjevasti | South | 3.38 km |
| Nimgaon | North-East | 4.44 km |
| Tarangfal | North-West | 4.97 km |
| Piliv | South | 5.28 km |
| Kusmod | South-East | 5.88 km |
| Garwad | West | 6.72 km |
| Zanjewadi | North | 7.12 km |
| Sulewadi | South-West | 7.92 km |
| Maloli | East | 8.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chandapuri
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Chandapuri. The nearest railway station is Bohali, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pandharpur to Chandapuri is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Chandapuri is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandapuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandapuri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chandapuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandapuri 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 Chandapuri
Where is Chandapuri located?
Chandapuri village is located in Malshiras Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandapuri?
Chandapuri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chandapuri?
The pincode of Chandapuri is 413310.
What is the population of Chandapuri?
Chandapuri has a total population of 2,398, including 1,270 males and 1,128 females.
How many households are there in Chandapuri?
There are 449 households in Chandapuri.
What is the literacy rate in Chandapuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandapuri is 65.55%. Male literacy is 73.86% and female literacy is 56.21%.