Chahagaon
Chahagaon is a village located in Sadar tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Sadar (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Chahagaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chahagaon unique in its vibrant Sadar-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Chahagaon’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 Chahagaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chahagaon is 423266. The village spans a total geographical area of 213 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766011. Bhawanipatna is nearest town to Chahagaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chahagaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhawanipatna Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chahagaon
Population of Chahagaon
According to the 2011 Census, Chahagaon has a total population of about 1,169, with approximately 597 males and 572 females. The sex ratio is around 958 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 165 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 187 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 93. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.57%, with male literacy at about 64.99% and female literacy near 49.83%. There are around 290 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chahagaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,169 | 597 | 572 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 97 | 68 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 187 | 96 | 91 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 45 | 48 |
Literate Population | 673 | 388 | 285 |
Illiterate Population | 496 | 209 | 287 |
Connectivity of Chahagaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chahagaon. As per the 2011 stats, Chahagaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chahagaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Chahagaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chahagaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chahagaon
- Where is Chahagaon located?
- Chahagaon village is situated in Sadar Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chahagaon?
- Chahagaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chahagaon?
- The pincode of Chahagaon is 766011, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chahagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chahagaon is 1,169, with 597 males and 572 females.
- How many households are there in Chahagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chahagaon village has a total of 290 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chahagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chahagaon is 57.57%. The male literacy rate is 64.99%, while the female literacy rate is 49.83%.