Chargaon
Chargaon is a village located in Pakhanjur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 113km away from sub-district headquarter Pakhanjur (tehsildar office) and 100km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Charghav is the gram panchayat of Chargaon village.
Chargaon has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Bastar Kanker region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Chargaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chargaon is 448454. The village spans a total geographical area of 1030.95 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494224. Antagarh is nearest town to Chargaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chargaon 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 Antagarh 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 Chargaon
Population of Chargaon
Below is a concise population overview of Chargaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chargaon village:
- The total population of Chargaon village is around 1,186, including approximately 659 males and 527 females, with a sex ratio of 799 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 164 children aged 0–6 years in Chargaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chargaon village has 169 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 784 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chargaon village is about 50.42%, with male literacy at 62.97% and female literacy at 34.72%.
- There are around 220 households in Chargaon village.
Connectivity of Chargaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chargaon. As per the 2011 stats, Chargaon 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chargaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Chargaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chargaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chargaon
- Where is Chargaon located?
- Chargaon village is situated in Pakhanjur Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chargaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chargaon is Charghav (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chargaon?
- The pincode of Chargaon is 494224, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chargaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chargaon is 1,186, with 659 males and 527 females.
- How many households are there in Chargaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chargaon village has a total of 220 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chargaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chargaon is 50.42%. The male literacy rate is 62.97%, while the female literacy rate is 34.72%.