Chaurgaon
Chaurgaon is a village located in Durgkondal tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Durgkondal (tehsildar office) and 97km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Chaurgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chaurgaon unique in its vibrant Durgkondal-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Chaurgaon’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 Chaurgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chaurgaon is 447707. The village spans a total geographical area of 584.65 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494669. Bhanupratappur is nearest town to Chaurgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 67km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chaurgaon 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 Chaurgaon
Population of Chaurgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Chaurgaon has a total population of about 656, with approximately 322 males and 334 females. The sex ratio is around 1037 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 113 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 75 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 408. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.59%, with male literacy at about 61.80% and female literacy near 43.71%. There are around 133 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chaurgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 656 | 322 | 334 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 59 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 42 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 408 | 195 | 213 |
| Literate Population | 345 | 199 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 311 | 123 | 188 |
Connectivity of Chaurgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chaurgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Chaurgaon 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 Chaurgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Chaurgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chaurgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chaurgaon
- Where is Chaurgaon located?
- Chaurgaon village is situated in Durgkondal Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chaurgaon?
- Chaurgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chaurgaon?
- The pincode of Chaurgaon is 494669, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chaurgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chaurgaon is 656, with 322 males and 334 females.
- How many households are there in Chaurgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chaurgaon village has a total of 133 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chaurgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chaurgaon is 52.59%. The male literacy rate is 61.80%, while the female literacy rate is 43.71%.