Chingun - Maheshwar, Khargone (West Nimar)
Chingun is a village situated in the Maheshwar tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maheshwar and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Bilbawdi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chingun village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chingun is 477017. The village covers a total geographical area of 356.05 hectares and falls under the 451220 pincode. Maheshwar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Chingun village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chingun
According to the 2011 Census, Chingun village had a total population of 911 people, including 460 males and 451 females, living in 211 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.62%, with male literacy at 83.41% and female literacy at 55.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 311.
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 | 911 | 460 | 451 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 38 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 311 | 158 | 153 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 582 | 352 | 230 |
| Illiterate Population | 329 | 108 | 221 |
Nearby Villages of Chingun
Chingun 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rangun | West | 1.57 km |
| Bilbawdi | South-West | 1.81 km |
| Malya Khedi | South | 2.39 km |
| Mundya Kheda | South | 3.05 km |
| Mardhori | West | 3.13 km |
| Palda | South-West | 3.51 km |
| Bhudri | North-West | 3.85 km |
| Padlya Khurd | North-East | 4.17 km |
| Nagjhri | East | 4.32 km |
| Bandera | South | 4.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chingun
Chingun is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mukhtiar Balwar, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Maheshwar to Chingun is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Chingun is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chingun
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chingun village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chingun
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chingun 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 Chingun
Where is Chingun located?
Chingun village is located in Maheshwar Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chingun?
The Gram Panchayat of Chingun is Bilbawdi.
What is the pincode of Chingun?
The pincode of Chingun is 451220.
What is the population of Chingun?
Chingun had a total population of 911, including 460 males and 451 females.
How many households are there in Chingun?
Chingun had 211 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chingun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chingun was 69.62%. Male literacy was 83.41% and female literacy was 55.56%.