Chadai - Karanja, Washim
Chadai is a village situated in the Karanja tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karanja and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Washim. Parwakohar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chadai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chadai is 530863. The village covers a total geographical area of 626 hectares and falls under the 444105 pincode. Karanja is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Chadai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chadai
According to the 2011 Census, Chadai village had a total population of 552 people, including 283 males and 269 females, living in 143 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.20%, with male literacy at 93.68% and female literacy at 78.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 232.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 552 | 283 | 269 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 30 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 232 | 118 | 114 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 431 | 237 | 194 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 46 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Chadai
Chadai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Belmandal | South-West | 2.32 km |
| Parwa Kohar | North-West | 2.49 km |
| Kakadshivni | North | 2.64 km |
| Walhai | South-East | 2.71 km |
| Shivnagar | South | 3.51 km |
| Bhadshivni | North-East | 3.73 km |
| Shaha | East | 4.00 km |
| Ukarda | West | 4.33 km |
| Ujaleshwar | North-West | 4.41 km |
| Poha | South-West | 5.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chadai
Public transport in the Chadai is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Karanja, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Karanja to Chadai is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Washim to Chadai is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chadai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chadai 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 Chadai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chadai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chadai
Where is Chadai located?
Chadai village is located in Karanja Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chadai?
The Gram Panchayat of Chadai is Parwakohar.
What is the pincode of Chadai?
The pincode of Chadai is 444105.
What is the population of Chadai?
Chadai had a total population of 552, including 283 males and 269 females.
How many households are there in Chadai?
Chadai had 143 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chadai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chadai was 86.20%. Male literacy was 93.68% and female literacy was 78.54%.