Chargaon
Chargaon is a village located in Bakavand tehsil of Bastar district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 55km away from sub-district headquarter Bakawand (tehsildar office) and 78km away from district headquarter Jagdalpur. As per 2009 stats, Chargaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Chargaon has its own place in the vibrant Bastar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Chargaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chargaon is 449496. The village spans a total geographical area of 258.51 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494665. Jagdalpur is nearest town to Chargaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 78km away.
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Population of Chargaon
Below is a concise population overview of Chargaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 832 | 385 | 447 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 73 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 755 | 352 | 403 |
| Literate Population | 314 | 201 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 518 | 184 | 334 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chargaon village:
- The total population of Chargaon village is around 832, including approximately 385 males and 447 females, with a sex ratio of 1161 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 165 children aged 0–6 years in Chargaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chargaon village has 13 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 755 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chargaon village is about 37.74%, with male literacy at 52.21% and female literacy at 25.28%.
- There are around 162 households in Chargaon village.
Connectivity of Chargaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chargaon. As per the 2011 stats, Chargaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chargaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Chargaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chargaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chargaon
- Where is Chargaon located?
- Chargaon village is situated in Bakavand Tehsil, within the Bastar district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chargaon?
- Chargaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chargaon?
- The pincode of Chargaon is 494665, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chargaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chargaon is 832, with 385 males and 447 females.
- How many households are there in Chargaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chargaon village has a total of 162 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chargaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chargaon is 37.74%. The male literacy rate is 52.21%, while the female literacy rate is 25.28%.