Chondi - Ralegaon, Yavatmal
Chondi is a village situated in the Ralegaon tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ralegaon and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Chondi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chondi is 543660. The village covers a total geographical area of 508 hectares and falls under the 445402 pincode. Pandharkaoda is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chondi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ralegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chondi
As per Census 2011, Chondi village has a total population of 468 people, consisting of 235 males and 233 females. The village has 137 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 354 literate and 114 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 274 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chondi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 468 | 235 | 233 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 274 | 136 | 138 |
| Literate Population | 354 | 196 | 158 |
| Illiterate Population | 114 | 39 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Chondi
Chondi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Meera | South | 2.32 km |
| Joginkawada | West | 2.49 km |
| Jira | South | 2.81 km |
| Wathoda | South-East | 3.26 km |
| Krishnapur | North-West | 3.42 km |
| Bhimsenpur | East | 3.61 km |
| Dabha | South-West | 3.62 km |
| Shampur | West | 4.46 km |
| Khemkund | East | 4.90 km |
| Chikhaldara | North-West | 4.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chondi
Chondi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pimpalkhuti, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Pandharkaoda to Chondi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Chondi is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chondi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chondi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chondi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chondi 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chondi
Where is Chondi located?
Chondi village is located in Ralegaon Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chondi?
Chondi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chondi?
The pincode of Chondi is 445402.
What is the population of Chondi?
Chondi has a total population of 468, including 235 males and 233 females.
How many households are there in Chondi?
There are 137 households in Chondi.
What is the literacy rate in Chondi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chondi is 75.64%. Male literacy is 83.40% and female literacy is 67.81%.