Chachagan - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Chachagan is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 63 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanjigarh and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Bijepur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chachagan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chachagan is 423107. The village covers a total geographical area of 278 hectares and falls under the 766027 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Chachagan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chachagan
As per Census 2011, Chachagan village has a total population of 234 people, consisting of 104 males and 130 females. The village has 47 households and a sex ratio of 1,250 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7 literate and 227 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 229 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chachagan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 234 | 104 | 130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 21 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 229 | 102 | 127 |
| Literate Population | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 227 | 99 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Chachagan
Chachagan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chachagan
Chachagan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Bhawanipatna to Chachagan is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chachagan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chachagan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chachagan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chachagan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chachagan
Where is Chachagan located?
Chachagan village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chachagan?
The Gram Panchayat of Chachagan is Bijepur.
What is the pincode of Chachagan?
The pincode of Chachagan is 766027.
What is the population of Chachagan?
Chachagan has a total population of 234, including 104 males and 130 females.
How many households are there in Chachagan?
There are 47 households in Chachagan.
What is the literacy rate in Chachagan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chachagan is 2.99%. Male literacy is 4.81% and female literacy is 1.54%.