Chorgaon
Chorgaon is a village located in Chandrapur tehsil of Chandrapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Chandrapur (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Chandrapur. As per 2009 stats, Chorgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Chorgaon has its own place in the vibrant Chandrapur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Chorgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chorgaon is 541248. The village spans a total geographical area of 1214.68 hectares. Chandrapur is nearest town to Chorgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chorgaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Ballarpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Chandrapur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chorgaon
Population of Chorgaon
Below is a concise population overview of Chorgaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 949 | 450 | 499 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 55 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 20 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 341 | 165 | 176 |
| Literate Population | 565 | 288 | 277 |
| Illiterate Population | 384 | 162 | 222 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chorgaon village:
- The total population of Chorgaon village is around 949, including approximately 450 males and 499 females, with a sex ratio of 1108 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 122 children aged 0–6 years in Chorgaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chorgaon village has 32 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 341 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chorgaon village is about 59.54%, with male literacy at 64.00% and female literacy at 55.51%.
- There are around 236 households in Chorgaon village.
Connectivity of Chorgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chorgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Chorgaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chorgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Chorgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chorgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chorgaon
- Where is Chorgaon located?
- Chorgaon village is situated in Chandrapur Tehsil, within the Chandrapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chorgaon?
- Chorgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Chorgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chorgaon is 949, with 450 males and 499 females.
- How many households are there in Chorgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chorgaon village has a total of 236 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chorgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chorgaon is 59.54%. The male literacy rate is 64.00%, while the female literacy rate is 55.51%.