Chougawan - Maheshwar, Khargone (West Nimar)
Chougawan is a village situated in the Maheshwar tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maheshwar and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Nandra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chougawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chougawan is 476980. The village covers a total geographical area of 308 hectares and falls under the 451224 pincode. Mandleshwar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Chougawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chougawan
As per Census 2011, Chougawan village has a total population of 1,576 people, consisting of 784 males and 792 females. The village has 375 households and a sex ratio of 1,010 females per 1,000 males. There are 233 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 751 literate and 825 illiterate residents. Additionally, 909 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 116 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chougawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,576 | 784 | 792 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 233 | 119 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 909 | 449 | 460 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 116 | 52 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 751 | 454 | 297 |
| Illiterate Population | 825 | 330 | 495 |
Nearby Villages of Chougawan
Chougawan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Chougawan | East | 2.14 km |
| Nandra | North-East | 3.12 km |
| Shitamau | West | 3.48 km |
| Asukhedi | West | 3.67 km |
| Mudapura | North-East | 3.93 km |
| Ramdad | North-East | 5.32 km |
| Pathrad Bujurga | East | 5.47 km |
| Mogoan | North-West | 5.49 km |
| Samraj | West | 5.49 km |
| Pipliyadeo | North-East | 5.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chougawan
Chougawan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Barwaha, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mandleshwar to Chougawan is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Chougawan is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chougawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chougawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chougawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chougawan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Chougawan
Where is Chougawan located?
Chougawan village is located in Maheshwar Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chougawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Chougawan is Nandra.
What is the pincode of Chougawan?
The pincode of Chougawan is 451224.
What is the population of Chougawan?
Chougawan has a total population of 1,576, including 784 males and 792 females.
How many households are there in Chougawan?
There are 375 households in Chougawan.
What is the literacy rate in Chougawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chougawan is 47.65%. Male literacy is 57.91% and female literacy is 37.50%.