Chargaon Khurd - Gadarwara, Narsimhapur
Chargaon Khurd is a village situated in the Gadarwara tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadarwara and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Chargaon Khurd village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chargaon Khurd is 490913. The village covers a total geographical area of 378.3 hectares and falls under the 487771 pincode. Gadarwara is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Chargaon Khurd 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 Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Chargaon Khurd village had a total population of 1,741 people, including 898 males and 843 females, living in 426 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.45%, with male literacy at 79.23% and female literacy at 58.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 584, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) 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 | 1,741 | 898 | 843 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 268 | 123 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 584 | 307 | 277 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 311 | 154 | 157 |
| Literate Population | 1,023 | 614 | 409 |
| Illiterate Population | 718 | 284 | 434 |
Nearby Villages of Chargaon Khurd
Chargaon Khurd 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 Khurd
Chargaon Khurd 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 | 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 Gadarwara to Chargaon Khurd is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Chargaon Khurd is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chargaon Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chargaon Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chargaon Khurd
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 Khurd village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chargaon Khurd
Where is Chargaon Khurd located?
Chargaon Khurd village is located in Gadarwara Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chargaon Khurd?
Chargaon Khurd is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chargaon Khurd?
The pincode of Chargaon Khurd is 487771.
What is the population of Chargaon Khurd?
Chargaon Khurd had a total population of 1,741, including 898 males and 843 females.
How many households are there in Chargaon Khurd?
Chargaon Khurd had 426 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chargaon Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chargaon Khurd was 69.45%. Male literacy was 79.23% and female literacy was 58.60%.