Charangaon - Mokhada, Palghar
Charangaon is a village situated in the Mokhada tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from Mokhada and around 135 km from Thane. Sakhari serves as the Village Panchayat for Charangaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charangaon is 551975. The village covers a total geographical area of 304.05 hectares and falls under the 401604 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Charangaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charangaon
According to the 2011 Census, Charangaon village had a total population of 344 people, including 172 males and 172 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.66%, with male literacy at 66.91% and female literacy at 36.30%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 344.
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 | 344 | 172 | 172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 36 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 344 | 172 | 172 |
| Literate Population | 140 | 91 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 204 | 81 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Charangaon
Charangaon 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 Charangaon
Charangaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jawhar to Charangaon is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Charangaon is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charangaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charangaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Charangaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charangaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Charangaon
Where is Charangaon located?
Charangaon village is located in Mokhada Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Charangaon?
The Village Panchayat of Charangaon is Sakhari.
What is the pincode of Charangaon?
The pincode of Charangaon is 401604.
What is the population of Charangaon?
Charangaon had a total population of 344, including 172 males and 172 females.
How many households are there in Charangaon?
Charangaon had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charangaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charangaon was 51.66%. Male literacy was 66.91% and female literacy was 36.30%.