Charghat
Charghat is a village located in Baihar tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 80km away from sub-district headquarter Baihar (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Songudda is the gram panchayat of Charghat village.
Here you can discover what makes Charghat unique in its vibrant Baihar-Balaghat region. You’ll see Charghat’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 Charghat
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Charghat is 498061. The village spans a total geographical area of 1588.46 hectares. Baihar is nearest town to Charghat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 65km away.
When it comes to local governance, Charghat 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 Baihar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balaghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Charghat
Population of Charghat
According to the 2011 Census, Charghat has a total population of about 674, with approximately 329 males and 345 females. The sex ratio is around 1048 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 114 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 661. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.59%, with male literacy at about 51.06% and female literacy near 42.32%. There are around 134 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Charghat's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 674 | 329 | 345 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 51 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 661 | 322 | 339 |
| Literate Population | 314 | 168 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 360 | 161 | 199 |
Connectivity of Charghat
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Charghat. As per the 2011 stats, Charghat had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available |
Nearby Villages of Charghat
Knowing the nearby villages of Charghat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Charghat.
Frequently Asked Questions about Charghat
- Where is Charghat located?
- Charghat village is situated in Baihar Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Charghat?
- The Gram Panchayat of Charghat is Songudda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Charghat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Charghat is 674, with 329 males and 345 females.
- How many households are there in Charghat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Charghat village has a total of 134 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Charghat as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Charghat is 46.59%. The male literacy rate is 51.06%, while the female literacy rate is 42.32%.