Chargaon - Koylibeda, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Chargaon is a village situated in the Koylibeda tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 113 km from Pakhanjur and around 100 km from Kanker. Charghav serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chargaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chargaon is 448454. The village covers a total geographical area of 1030.95 hectares and falls under the 494665 pincode. Antagarh is the nearest town, located about 27 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 Antagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chargaon
As per Census 2011, Chargaon village has a total population of 1,186 people, consisting of 659 males and 527 females. The village has 220 households and a sex ratio of 799 females per 1,000 males. There are 164 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 598 literate and 588 illiterate residents. Additionally, 169 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 784 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chargaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,186 | 659 | 527 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 81 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 169 | 93 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 784 | 400 | 384 |
| Literate Population | 598 | 415 | 183 |
| Illiterate Population | 588 | 244 | 344 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Chargaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Antagarh to Chargaon is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Chargaon is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 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 | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Koylibeda Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chargaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Chargaon is Charghav.
What is the pincode of Chargaon?
The pincode of Chargaon is 494665.
What is the population of Chargaon?
Chargaon has a total population of 1,186, including 659 males and 527 females.
How many households are there in Chargaon?
There are 220 households in Chargaon.
What is the literacy rate in Chargaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chargaon is 50.42%. Male literacy is 62.97% and female literacy is 34.72%.