Chale - Pandharpur, Solapur
Chale is a village situated in the Pandharpur tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandharpur and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Chale village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chale is 562384. The village covers a total geographical area of 2057.82 hectares and falls under the 413304 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Chale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chale
As per Census 2011, Chale village has a total population of 5,954 people, consisting of 3,115 males and 2,839 females. The village has 1,216 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 740 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,974 literate and 1,980 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,628 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 62 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chale are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Chale
Chale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ajansond | North-West | 3.19 km |
| Kondharki | South-West | 3.60 km |
| Mundhewadi | West | 3.99 km |
| Suste | North | 4.14 km |
| Kharsoli | East | 4.55 km |
| Ranzani | South | 4.73 km |
| Ambe | South-East | 5.08 km |
| Ishwar Wathar | North | 5.60 km |
| Pohargaon | South-East | 5.63 km |
| Tarapur | North-East | 6.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chale
Chale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Babhulgoan, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.0 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 Chale is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Chale is about 85 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 Chale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chale 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 Chale
Where is Chale located?
Chale village is located in Pandharpur Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chale?
Chale is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chale?
The pincode of Chale is 413304.
What is the population of Chale?
Chale has a total population of 5,954, including 3,115 males and 2,839 females.
How many households are there in Chale?
There are 1,216 households in Chale.
What is the literacy rate in Chale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chale is 66.75%. Male literacy is 74.32% and female literacy is 58.44%.