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.
Chilgaon has its own place in the vibrant Kalahandi 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Chilgaon 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chilgaon village:
- The total population of Chilgaon village is around 1,134, including approximately 554 males and 580 females, with a sex ratio of 1046 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 153 children aged 0–6 years in Chilgaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chilgaon village has 206 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 102 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chilgaon village is about 55.47%, with male literacy at 64.44% and female literacy at 46.90%.
- There are around 303 households in Chilgaon village.
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%.