Chhagan
Chhagan is a village located in Gurudijhatia tehsil of Cuttack district in Odisha, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Gurudijhatia (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Cuttack. As per 2009 stats, Chhagaon is the gram panchayat of Chhagan village.
Here you can discover what makes Chhagan unique in its vibrant Gurudijhatia-Cuttack region. You’ll see Chhagan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chhagan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chhagan is 399179. The village spans a total geographical area of 184 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754028. Athagad is nearest town to Chhagan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
Google Map of Chhagan
Population of Chhagan
According to the 2011 Census, Chhagan has a total population of about 1,284, with approximately 681 males and 603 females. The sex ratio is around 885 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 127 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 62 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 79.75%, with male literacy at about 84.14% and female literacy near 74.79%. There are around 248 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chhagan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,284 | 681 | 603 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 64 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 34 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,024 | 573 | 451 |
| Illiterate Population | 260 | 108 | 152 |
Connectivity of Chhagan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chhagan. As per the 2011 stats, Chhagan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Chhagan
Knowing the nearby villages of Chhagan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chhagan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chhagan
- Where is Chhagan located?
- Chhagan village is situated in Gurudijhatia Tehsil, within the Cuttack district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chhagan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chhagan is Chhagaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chhagan?
- The pincode of Chhagan is 754028, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chhagan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chhagan is 1,284, with 681 males and 603 females.
- How many households are there in Chhagan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chhagan village has a total of 248 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chhagan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chhagan is 79.75%. The male literacy rate is 84.14%, while the female literacy rate is 74.79%.