Charguwan (Akauna) - Shahpura, Jabalpur
Charguwan (Akauna) is a village situated in the Shahpura tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from Patan and around 40 km from Jabalpur. Chargawan Purani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charguwan (Akauna) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charguwan (Akauna) is 489384. The village covers a total geographical area of 530.81 hectares and falls under the 482003 pincode. Katangi is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Charguwan (Akauna) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bargi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jabalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charguwan (Akauna)
According to the 2011 Census, Charguwan (Akauna) village had a total population of 443 people, including 234 males and 209 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 893 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.02%, with male literacy at 67.84% and female literacy at 43.17%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 23.
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 | 443 | 234 | 209 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 35 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 9 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 214 | 135 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 229 | 99 | 130 |
Nearby Villages of Charguwan (Akauna)
Charguwan (Akauna) is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pondi Rajghat | South | 2.49 km |
| Murgawan | South-East | 3.44 km |
| Pipariya(babaram) | East | 3.94 km |
| Dugariya | South | 3.95 km |
| Akauna | West | 4.02 km |
| Udaki | South | 4.07 km |
| Jamuniya | North | 4.29 km |
| Binduli | East | 4.41 km |
| Chourai | North | 4.44 km |
| Dohra | West | 4.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charguwan (Akauna)
Charguwan (Akauna) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Deori, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katangi to Charguwan (Akauna) is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jabalpur to Charguwan (Akauna) is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charguwan (Akauna)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charguwan (Akauna) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Charguwan (Akauna)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charguwan (Akauna) 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Charguwan (Akauna)
Where is Charguwan (Akauna) located?
Charguwan (Akauna) village is located in Shahpura Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charguwan (Akauna)?
The Gram Panchayat of Charguwan (Akauna) is Chargawan Purani.
What is the pincode of Charguwan (Akauna)?
The pincode of Charguwan (Akauna) is 482003.
What is the population of Charguwan (Akauna)?
Charguwan (Akauna) had a total population of 443, including 234 males and 209 females.
How many households are there in Charguwan (Akauna)?
Charguwan (Akauna) had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charguwan (Akauna)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charguwan (Akauna) was 56.02%. Male literacy was 67.84% and female literacy was 43.17%.