Chale
Chale is a village located in Pandharpur tehsil of Solapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Pandharpur (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Solapur. As per 2009 stats, Chale village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chale unique in its vibrant Pandharpur-Solapur region. You’ll see Chale’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chale
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chale is 562384. The village spans a total geographical area of 2057.82 hectares. Pandharpur is nearest town to Chale village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chale village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Pandharpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Solapur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chale
Population of Chale
According to the 2011 Census, Chale has a total population of about 5,954, with approximately 3,115 males and 2,839 females. The sex ratio is around 911 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 740 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,628 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 62. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.75%, with male literacy at about 74.32% and female literacy near 58.44%. There are around 1,216 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chale's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,954 | 3,115 | 2,839 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 740 | 392 | 348 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,628 | 837 | 791 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 62 | 29 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 3,974 | 2,315 | 1,659 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,980 | 800 | 1,180 |
Connectivity of Chale
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chale. As per the 2011 stats, Chale had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chale
Knowing the nearby villages of Chale helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chale.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chale
- Where is Chale located?
- Chale village is situated in Pandharpur Tehsil, within the Solapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chale?
- Chale serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Chale as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chale is 5,954, with 3,115 males and 2,839 females.
- How many households are there in Chale as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chale village has a total of 1,216 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chale as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chale is 66.75%. The male literacy rate is 74.32%, while the female literacy rate is 58.44%.