Charegaon - Lamta, Balaghat
Charegaon is a village situated in the Lamta tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from Balaghat and around 30 km from Balaghat. Charegaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charegaon is 497716. The village covers a total geographical area of 744.04 hectares and falls under the 481551 pincode. Balaghat is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Charegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paraswada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charegaon
As per Census 2011, Charegaon village has a total population of 2,035 people, consisting of 1,000 males and 1,035 females. The village has 533 households and a sex ratio of 1,035 females per 1,000 males. There are 287 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,343 literate and 692 illiterate residents. Additionally, 312 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 331 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,035 | 1,000 | 1,035 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 287 | 138 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 312 | 155 | 157 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 331 | 173 | 158 |
| Literate Population | 1,343 | 723 | 620 |
| Illiterate Population | 692 | 277 | 415 |
Nearby Villages of Charegaon
Charegaon 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 Charegaon
Charegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Charegaon has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balaghat to Charegaon is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charegaon 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 Charegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charegaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Charegaon
Where is Charegaon located?
Charegaon village is located in Lamta Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charegaon?
Charegaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Charegaon?
The pincode of Charegaon is 481551.
What is the population of Charegaon?
Charegaon has a total population of 2,035, including 1,000 males and 1,035 females.
How many households are there in Charegaon?
There are 533 households in Charegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Charegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charegaon is 66.00%. Male literacy is 72.30% and female literacy is 59.90%.