Chargaon - Ambarnath, Thane
Chargaon is a village situated in the Ambarnath tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ambarnath and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Chargoan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chargaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chargaon is 553067. The village covers a total geographical area of 1974 hectares and falls under the 421503 pincode. Badlapur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Chargaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murbad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chargaon
As per Census 2011, Chargaon village has a total population of 3,436 people, consisting of 1,723 males and 1,713 females. The village has 653 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 421 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,044 literate and 1,392 illiterate residents. Additionally, 35 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,567 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chargaon are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Chargaon
Chargaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Yeve | North-West | 2.66 km |
| Salokh Tarf Waredi | South | 3.39 km |
| Mohaghar | North-East | 3.68 km |
| Pimploli | North-West | 3.93 km |
| Male | South-West | 4.01 km |
| Kalamb | South-East | 4.08 km |
| Sonavale | West | 4.63 km |
| Shil | West | 5.02 km |
| Patgaon | East | 5.06 km |
| Karav | South-West | 5.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chargaon
Public transport in the Chargaon is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Vangani, while the nearest airport is Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Badlapur to Chargaon is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Chargaon is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chargaon
Where is Chargaon located?
Chargaon village is located in Ambarnath Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chargaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Chargaon is Chargoan.
What is the pincode of Chargaon?
The pincode of Chargaon is 421503.
What is the population of Chargaon?
Chargaon has a total population of 3,436, including 1,723 males and 1,713 females.
How many households are there in Chargaon?
There are 653 households in Chargaon.
What is the literacy rate in Chargaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chargaon is 59.49%. Male literacy is 66.11% and female literacy is 52.83%.