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
According to the 2011 Census, Chargaon village had a total population of 872 people, including 437 males and 435 females, living in 210 households. The sex ratio was 995 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.01%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 54.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 521.
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 | 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 had a total population of 872, including 437 males and 435 females.
How many households are there in Chargaon?
Chargaon had 210 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chargaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chargaon was 65.01%. Male literacy was 75.00% and female literacy was 54.76%.