Chougan - Gadarwara, Narsimhapur
Chougan is a village situated in the Gadarwara tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadarwara and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Bheropur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chougan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chougan is 491038. The village covers a total geographical area of 289.45 hectares and falls under the 487771 pincode. Gadarwara is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Chougan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tendukheda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chougan
As per Census 2011, Chougan village has a total population of 13 people, consisting of 9 males and 4 females. The village has 4 households and a sex ratio of 444 females per 1,000 males. The village has 11 literate and 2 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chougan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 13 | 9 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 2 | 2 | - |
Nearby Villages of Chougan
Chougan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Papra | North-West | 1.12 km |
| Barkheda | East | 1.75 km |
| Bheropur | North | 2.04 km |
| Prempur | West | 2.15 km |
| Silheti | East | 3.21 km |
| Sesadawar | West | 3.37 km |
| Bijanpur | North-East | 3.95 km |
| Belkhedi | North | 4.36 km |
| Dongarkhoh | West | 4.62 km |
| Kirahkota | West | 5.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chougan
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Chougan. The nearest railway station is Bohani, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Chougan is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Chougan is about 70 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 Chougan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chougan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chougan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chougan 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chougan
Where is Chougan located?
Chougan village is located in Gadarwara Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chougan?
The Gram Panchayat of Chougan is Bheropur.
What is the pincode of Chougan?
The pincode of Chougan is 487771.
What is the population of Chougan?
Chougan has a total population of 13, including 9 males and 4 females.
How many households are there in Chougan?
There are 4 households in Chougan.
What is the literacy rate in Chougan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chougan is 84.62%. Male literacy is 77.78% and female literacy is 100.00%.