Chargawan - Gotegaon, Narsimhapur
Chargawan is a village situated in the Gotegaon tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gotegaon and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Dabkiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chargawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chargawan is 490588. The village covers a total geographical area of 144.77 hectares and falls under the 487118 pincode. Gotegaon is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chargawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gotegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chargawan
As per Census 2011, Chargawan village has a total population of 287 people, consisting of 151 males and 136 females. The village has 71 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 198 literate and 89 illiterate residents. Additionally, 56 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chargawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 287 | 151 | 136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 24 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 31 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 198 | 111 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 40 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Chargawan
Chargawan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dabkiya | South-West | 1.04 km |
| Manakwara | North-East | 1.51 km |
| Mehguwan | South-West | 2.05 km |
| Bhadri | North-East | 2.80 km |
| Kuklah | North-West | 2.87 km |
| Kumjhor | North | 3.33 km |
| Lathgaon | South | 3.38 km |
| Bahroda | West | 3.38 km |
| Bhandi | North-East | 3.53 km |
| Narwara | North | 3.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chargawan
Chargawan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bikrampur, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gotegaon to Chargawan is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Chargawan is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chargawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chargawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Chargawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chargawan 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 Chargawan
Where is Chargawan located?
Chargawan village is located in Gotegaon Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chargawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Chargawan is Dabkiya.
What is the pincode of Chargawan?
The pincode of Chargawan is 487118.
What is the population of Chargawan?
Chargawan has a total population of 287, including 151 males and 136 females.
How many households are there in Chargawan?
There are 71 households in Chargawan.
What is the literacy rate in Chargawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chargawan is 68.99%. Male literacy is 73.51% and female literacy is 63.97%.