Chichgaon
Chichgaon is a village located in Bhanupratappur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Bhanupratappur (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Chichgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chichgaon unique in its vibrant Bhanupratappur-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Chichgaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chichgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chichgaon is 447590. The village spans a total geographical area of 1048.28 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494665. Bhanupratappur is nearest town to Chichgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chichgaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chichgaon
Population of Chichgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Chichgaon has a total population of about 1,636, with approximately 823 males and 813 females. The sex ratio is around 987 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 246 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 16 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,143. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.16%, with male literacy at about 64.76% and female literacy near 43.42%. There are around 392 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chichgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,636 | 823 | 813 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 246 | 130 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,143 | 583 | 560 |
| Literate Population | 886 | 533 | 353 |
| Illiterate Population | 750 | 290 | 460 |
Connectivity of Chichgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chichgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Chichgaon 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chichgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Chichgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chichgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chichgaon
- Where is Chichgaon located?
- Chichgaon village is situated in Bhanupratappur Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chichgaon?
- Chichgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chichgaon?
- The pincode of Chichgaon is 494665, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chichgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chichgaon is 1,636, with 823 males and 813 females.
- How many households are there in Chichgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chichgaon village has a total of 392 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chichgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chichgaon is 54.16%. The male literacy rate is 64.76%, while the female literacy rate is 43.42%.