Chargaon - Amarwara, Chhindwara
Chargaon is a village situated in the Amarwara tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amarwara and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Bhajipani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chargaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chargaon is 493958. The village covers a total geographical area of 716 hectares and falls under the 480221 pincode. Amarwara is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Chargaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chargaon
According to the 2011 Census, Chargaon village had a total population of 812 people, including 399 males and 413 females, living in 162 households. The sex ratio was 1,035 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.29%, with male literacy at 60.23% and female literacy at 40.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 48, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 592.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 812 | 399 | 413 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 47 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 20 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 592 | 284 | 308 |
| Literate Population | 352 | 212 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 460 | 187 | 273 |
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
Chargaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amarwara to Chargaon is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Chargaon is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Amarwara Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chargaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Chargaon is Bhajipani.
What is the pincode of Chargaon?
The pincode of Chargaon is 480221.
What is the population of Chargaon?
Chargaon had a total population of 812, including 399 males and 413 females.
How many households are there in Chargaon?
Chargaon had 162 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chargaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chargaon was 50.29%. Male literacy was 60.23% and female literacy was 40.23%.