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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Charangaon village has a total population of 344 people, consisting of 172 males and 172 females. The village has 71 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 73 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 140 literate and 204 illiterate residents. Additionally, 344 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charangaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 344 | 172 | 172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 36 | 37 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Charangaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Charangaon is Sakhari.
What is the pincode of Charangaon?
The pincode of Charangaon is 401604.
What is the population of Charangaon?
Charangaon has a total population of 344, including 172 males and 172 females.
How many households are there in Charangaon?
There are 71 households in Charangaon.
What is the literacy rate in Charangaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charangaon is 40.70%. Male literacy is 52.91% and female literacy is 28.49%.