Chhote Deogaon - Kharsia, Raigarh
Chhote Deogaon is a village situated in the Kharsia tehsil of Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kharsia and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Raigarh. Chote Devgoan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhote Deogaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhote Deogaon is 435190. The village covers a total geographical area of 242.6 hectares and falls under the 496661 pincode. Kharsia is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Chhote Deogaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kharsia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhote Deogaon
As per Census 2011, Chhote Deogaon village has a total population of 817 people, consisting of 390 males and 427 females. The village has 211 households and a sex ratio of 1,094 females per 1,000 males. There are 97 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 682 literate and 135 illiterate residents. Additionally, 95 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 91 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhote Deogaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 817 | 390 | 427 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 51 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 95 | 39 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 91 | 45 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 682 | 336 | 346 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 54 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Chhote Deogaon
Chhote Deogaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Patrapali | North-West | 1.40 km |
| Bhadripali | South-West | 1.53 km |
| Botalda | South-East | 1.81 km |
| Sooti | South-West | 2.17 km |
| Parsapali | South | 2.29 km |
| Paraskol | South-West | 2.80 km |
| Ulda | North-West | 3.07 km |
| Aurda | South | 3.51 km |
| Sarwani | West | 3.61 km |
| Chhirpani | North | 3.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chhote Deogaon
Chhote Deogaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Jharradih, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kharsia to Chhote Deogaon is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raigarh to Chhote Deogaon is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhote Deogaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhote Deogaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chhote Deogaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhote Deogaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chhote Deogaon
Where is Chhote Deogaon located?
Chhote Deogaon village is located in Kharsia Tehsil, Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhote Deogaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhote Deogaon is Chote Devgoan.
What is the pincode of Chhote Deogaon?
The pincode of Chhote Deogaon is 496661.
What is the population of Chhote Deogaon?
Chhote Deogaon has a total population of 817, including 390 males and 427 females.
How many households are there in Chhote Deogaon?
There are 211 households in Chhote Deogaon.
What is the literacy rate in Chhote Deogaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhote Deogaon is 83.48%. Male literacy is 86.15% and female literacy is 81.03%.