Chargaon Kalan - Gadarwara, Narsimhapur
Chargaon Kalan is a village situated in the Gadarwara tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadarwara and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Chargaon Kalan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chargaon Kalan is 490887. The village covers a total geographical area of 318 hectares and falls under the 487771 pincode. Gadarwara is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Chargaon Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadarwara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chargaon Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Chargaon Kalan village had a total population of 682 people, including 362 males and 320 females, living in 167 households. The sex ratio was 884 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.17%, with male literacy at 86.04% and female literacy at 73.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 80, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 31.
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 | 682 | 362 | 320 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 54 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 42 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 17 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 473 | 265 | 208 |
| Illiterate Population | 209 | 97 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Chargaon Kalan
Chargaon Kalan 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 Kalan
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Chargaon Kalan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Gadarwara to Chargaon Kalan is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Chargaon Kalan is about 69 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 Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chargaon Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chargaon Kalan
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 Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chargaon Kalan
Where is Chargaon Kalan located?
Chargaon Kalan village is located in Gadarwara Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chargaon Kalan?
Chargaon Kalan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chargaon Kalan?
The pincode of Chargaon Kalan is 487771.
What is the population of Chargaon Kalan?
Chargaon Kalan had a total population of 682, including 362 males and 320 females.
How many households are there in Chargaon Kalan?
Chargaon Kalan had 167 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chargaon Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chargaon Kalan was 80.17%. Male literacy was 86.04% and female literacy was 73.76%.