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.

Chhagan has its own place in the vibrant Cuttack 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 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.

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Population of Chhagan

Below is a concise population overview of Chhagan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chhagan village:

  • The total population of Chhagan village is around 1,284, including approximately 681 males and 603 females, with a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 127 children aged 0–6 years in Chhagan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chhagan village has 62 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Chhagan village is about 79.75%, with male literacy at 84.14% and female literacy at 74.79%.
  • There are around 248 households in Chhagan village.

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%.