Chargaon - Nagri, Dhamtari
Chargaon is a village situated in the Nagri tehsil of Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nagari and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Dhamtari. Jabarra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chargaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chargaon is 447357. The village covers a total geographical area of 211.75 hectares and falls under the 493778 pincode. Nagri is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Chargaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sihawa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chargaon
According to the 2011 Census, Chargaon village had a total population of 496 people, including 254 males and 242 females, living in 100 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.08%, with male literacy at 75.83% and female literacy at 57.51%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 491.
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 | 496 | 254 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 43 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 491 | 251 | 240 |
| Literate Population | 271 | 160 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 225 | 94 | 131 |
Nearby Villages of Chargaon
Chargaon is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chargaon
Chargaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Nagri to Chargaon is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhamtari to Chargaon is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chargaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chargaon 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 Chargaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chargaon 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 Chargaon
Where is Chargaon located?
Chargaon village is located in Nagri Tehsil, Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chargaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Chargaon is Jabarra.
What is the pincode of Chargaon?
The pincode of Chargaon is 493778.
What is the population of Chargaon?
Chargaon had a total population of 496, including 254 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Chargaon?
Chargaon had 100 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chargaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chargaon was 67.08%. Male literacy was 75.83% and female literacy was 57.51%.