Chougarh
Chougarh is a village located in Athner tehsil of Betul district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Athner (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Betul. As per 2009 stats, Akkalwadi is the gram panchayat of Chougarh village.
Chougarh has its own place in the vibrant Betul 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 Chougarh
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chougarh is 485425. The village spans a total geographical area of 846.11 hectares. Athner is nearest town to Chougarh village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chougarh 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 Bhainsdehi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Betul Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chougarh
Population of Chougarh
Below is a concise population overview of Chougarh 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 | 818 | 418 | 400 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 56 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 659 | 342 | 317 |
| Literate Population | 444 | 244 | 200 |
| Illiterate Population | 374 | 174 | 200 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chougarh village:
- The total population of Chougarh village is around 818, including approximately 418 males and 400 females, with a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 111 children aged 0–6 years in Chougarh village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chougarh village has 25 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 659 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chougarh village is about 54.28%, with male literacy at 58.37% and female literacy at 50.00%.
- There are around 139 households in Chougarh village.
Connectivity of Chougarh
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chougarh. As per the 2011 stats, Chougarh had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chougarh
Knowing the nearby villages of Chougarh helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chougarh.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chougarh
- Where is Chougarh located?
- Chougarh village is situated in Athner Tehsil, within the Betul district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chougarh?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chougarh is Akkalwadi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Chougarh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chougarh is 818, with 418 males and 400 females.
- How many households are there in Chougarh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chougarh village has a total of 139 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chougarh as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chougarh is 54.28%. The male literacy rate is 58.37%, while the female literacy rate is 50.00%.