Chargaon - Bhadravati, Chandrapur
Chargaon is a village situated in the Bhadravati tehsil of Chandrapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhadravati and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Chandrapur. Chargaon village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chargaon is 541229. The village covers a total geographical area of 204 hectares and falls under the 442906 pincode. Bhadravati is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chargaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chargaon
According to the 2011 Census, Chargaon village had a total population of 279 people, including 141 males and 138 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.26%, with male literacy at 85.16% and female literacy at 67.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 84.
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 | 279 | 141 | 138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 84 | 45 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 196 | 109 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 32 | 51 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chargaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bhadravati to Chargaon is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chandrapur to Chargaon is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 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 Chargaon
Where is Chargaon located?
Chargaon village is located in Bhadravati Tehsil, Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Chargaon?
Chargaon is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chargaon?
The pincode of Chargaon is 442906.
What is the population of Chargaon?
Chargaon had a total population of 279, including 141 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Chargaon?
Chargaon had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chargaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chargaon was 76.26%. Male literacy was 85.16% and female literacy was 67.44%.