Chargaon (Chandpura) - Shahpura, Dindori
Chargaon (Chandpura) is a village situated in the Shahpura tehsil of Dindori district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahpura and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Dindori. Sarai Mal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chargaon (Chandpura) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chargaon (Chandpura) is 491563. The village covers a total geographical area of 306.67 hectares and falls under the 481990 pincode. Shahpura is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Chargaon (Chandpura) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chargaon (Chandpura)
According to the 2011 Census, Chargaon (Chandpura) village had a total population of 676 people, including 343 males and 333 females, living in 183 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.42%, with male literacy at 79.34% and female literacy at 50.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 55, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 489.
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 | 676 | 343 | 333 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 38 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 29 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 489 | 250 | 239 |
| Literate Population | 384 | 242 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 292 | 101 | 191 |
Nearby Villages of Chargaon (Chandpura)
Chargaon (Chandpura) 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 (Chandpura)
Chargaon (Chandpura) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahpura to Chargaon (Chandpura) is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dindori to Chargaon (Chandpura) is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chargaon (Chandpura)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chargaon (Chandpura) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chargaon (Chandpura)
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 (Chandpura) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chargaon (Chandpura)
Where is Chargaon (Chandpura) located?
Chargaon (Chandpura) village is located in Shahpura Tehsil, Dindori district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chargaon (Chandpura)?
The Gram Panchayat of Chargaon (Chandpura) is Sarai Mal.
What is the pincode of Chargaon (Chandpura)?
The pincode of Chargaon (Chandpura) is 481990.
What is the population of Chargaon (Chandpura)?
Chargaon (Chandpura) had a total population of 676, including 343 males and 333 females.
How many households are there in Chargaon (Chandpura)?
Chargaon (Chandpura) had 183 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chargaon (Chandpura)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chargaon (Chandpura) was 65.42%. Male literacy was 79.34% and female literacy was 50.35%.