Wani Chinchale - Sangole, Solapur
Wani Chinchale is a village situated in the Sangole tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sangole and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Wani Chinchole serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wani Chinchale village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wani Chinchale is 562602. The village covers a total geographical area of 1757.76 hectares and falls under the 413309 pincode. Sangole is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Wani Chinchale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sangole Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wani Chinchale
As per Census 2011, Wani Chinchale village has a total population of 2,160 people, consisting of 1,129 males and 1,031 females. The village has 408 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 340 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,318 literate and 842 illiterate residents. Additionally, 565 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wani Chinchale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,160 | 1,129 | 1,031 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 340 | 203 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 565 | 299 | 266 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,318 | 769 | 549 |
| Illiterate Population | 842 | 360 | 482 |
Nearby Villages of Wani Chinchale
Wani Chinchale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shirashi | North | 4.19 km |
| Waki Gherdi | West | 4.50 km |
| Alegaon | North-West | 5.49 km |
| Nandeshwar | East | 6.76 km |
| Gheradi | South-West | 6.84 km |
| Bhose | South-East | 6.87 km |
| Gonewadi | North-East | 7.45 km |
| Manewadi | South | 7.73 km |
| Buralewadi | North | 7.89 km |
| Javala | West | 8.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Wani Chinchale
Wani Chinchale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sangola, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.1 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 Sangole to Wani Chinchale is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Wani Chinchale is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wani Chinchale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wani Chinchale 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 Wani Chinchale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wani Chinchale village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Wani Chinchale
Where is Wani Chinchale located?
Wani Chinchale village is located in Sangole Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wani Chinchale?
The Gram Panchayat of Wani Chinchale is Wani Chinchole.
What is the pincode of Wani Chinchale?
The pincode of Wani Chinchale is 413309.
What is the population of Wani Chinchale?
Wani Chinchale has a total population of 2,160, including 1,129 males and 1,031 females.
How many households are there in Wani Chinchale?
There are 408 households in Wani Chinchale.
What is the literacy rate in Wani Chinchale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wani Chinchale is 61.02%. Male literacy is 68.11% and female literacy is 53.25%.