Chargaon - Ghansaur, Seoni
Chargaon is a village situated in the Ghansaur tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansaur and around 124 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Chargaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chargaon is 496215. The village covers a total geographical area of 320.92 hectares and falls under the 480997 pincode. Jabalpur is the nearest town, located about 99 km away.
Chargaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakhnadon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chargaon
As per Census 2011, Chargaon village has a total population of 872 people, consisting of 437 males and 435 females. The village has 210 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 106 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 498 literate and 374 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 521 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chargaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 872 | 437 | 435 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 49 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 521 | 255 | 266 |
| Literate Population | 498 | 291 | 207 |
| Illiterate Population | 374 | 146 | 228 |
Nearby Villages of Chargaon
Chargaon 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
Chargaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jabalpur to Chargaon is about 99 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Chargaon is about 124 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chargaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chargaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chargaon
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chargaon
Where is Chargaon located?
Chargaon village is located in Ghansaur Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chargaon?
Chargaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chargaon?
The pincode of Chargaon is 480997.
What is the population of Chargaon?
Chargaon has a total population of 872, including 437 males and 435 females.
How many households are there in Chargaon?
There are 210 households in Chargaon.
What is the literacy rate in Chargaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chargaon is 57.11%. Male literacy is 66.59% and female literacy is 47.59%.