Chilgaon
Chilgaon is a village located in Golamunda tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Golamunda (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Funda is the gram panchayat of Chilgaon village.
Here you can discover what makes Chilgaon unique in its vibrant Golamunda-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Chilgaon’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 Chilgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chilgaon is 423916. The village spans a total geographical area of 347 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766029. Junagarh is nearest town to Chilgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Chilgaon
Population of Chilgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Chilgaon has a total population of about 1,134, with approximately 554 males and 580 females. The sex ratio is around 1046 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 153 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 206 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 102. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.47%, with male literacy at about 64.44% and female literacy near 46.90%. There are around 303 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chilgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,134 | 554 | 580 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 88 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 206 | 97 | 109 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 102 | 47 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 629 | 357 | 272 |
| Illiterate Population | 505 | 197 | 308 |
Connectivity of Chilgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chilgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Chilgaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chilgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Chilgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chilgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chilgaon
- Where is Chilgaon located?
- Chilgaon village is situated in Golamunda Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chilgaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chilgaon is Funda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chilgaon?
- The pincode of Chilgaon is 766029, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chilgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chilgaon is 1,134, with 554 males and 580 females.
- How many households are there in Chilgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chilgaon village has a total of 303 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chilgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chilgaon is 55.47%. The male literacy rate is 64.44%, while the female literacy rate is 46.90%.