Chehel - Mangrulpir, Washim
Chehel is a village situated in the Mangrulpir tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mangrulpir and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Washim. Chehel Tandali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chehel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chehel is 530790. The village covers a total geographical area of 192 hectares and falls under the 444403 pincode. Mangrulpir is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Chehel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Washim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chehel
As per Census 2011, Chehel village has a total population of 978 people, consisting of 557 males and 421 females. The village has 165 households and a sex ratio of 755 females per 1,000 males. There are 81 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 799 literate and 179 illiterate residents. Additionally, 131 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chehel are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 978 | 557 | 421 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 40 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 131 | 76 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 799 | 492 | 307 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 65 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Chehel
Chehel 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rahit | South | 1.11 km |
| Dhanora Bk. | East | 1.31 km |
| Swasin | North-West | 1.63 km |
| Sawalapur | West | 2.04 km |
| Zadgaon | North | 2.46 km |
| Renkapur | South-West | 2.55 km |
| Dharmapur | East | 2.55 km |
| Dilawalpur | North-East | 2.79 km |
| Lawana | South | 3.12 km |
| Shahapur Bk. | North-East | 3.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chehel
Chehel is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 42.8 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 Mangrulpir to Chehel is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Washim to Chehel is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chehel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chehel 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chehel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chehel village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chehel
Where is Chehel located?
Chehel village is located in Mangrulpir Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chehel?
The Gram Panchayat of Chehel is Chehel Tandali.
What is the pincode of Chehel?
The pincode of Chehel is 444403.
What is the population of Chehel?
Chehel has a total population of 978, including 557 males and 421 females.
How many households are there in Chehel?
There are 165 households in Chehel.
What is the literacy rate in Chehel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chehel is 81.70%. Male literacy is 88.33% and female literacy is 72.92%.