Chargaon
Chargaon is a village located in Ambarnath tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Ambarnath (tehsildar office) and 130km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Chargoan is the gram panchayat of Chargaon village.
Chargaon has its own place in the vibrant Thane 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 Chargaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chargaon is 553067. The village spans a total geographical area of 1974 hectares. Badlapur is nearest town to Chargaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chargaon 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 Murbad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chargaon
Population of Chargaon
Below is a concise population overview of Chargaon 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 | 3,436 | 1,723 | 1,713 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 421 | 218 | 203 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 25 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,567 | 1,269 | 1,298 |
| Literate Population | 2,044 | 1,139 | 905 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,392 | 584 | 808 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chargaon village:
- The total population of Chargaon village is around 3,436, including approximately 1,723 males and 1,713 females, with a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 421 children aged 0–6 years in Chargaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chargaon village has 35 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2,567 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chargaon village is about 59.49%, with male literacy at 66.11% and female literacy at 52.83%.
- There are around 653 households in Chargaon village.
Connectivity of Chargaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chargaon. As per the 2011 stats, Chargaon 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 Chargaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Chargaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chargaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chargaon
- Where is Chargaon located?
- Chargaon village is situated in Ambarnath Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chargaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chargaon is Chargoan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Chargaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chargaon is 3,436, with 1,723 males and 1,713 females.
- How many households are there in Chargaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chargaon village has a total of 653 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chargaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chargaon is 59.49%. The male literacy rate is 66.11%, while the female literacy rate is 52.83%.