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.
Chahagaon 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Chahagaon 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 | 1,169 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chahagaon village:
- The total population of Chahagaon village is around 1,169, including approximately 597 males and 572 females, with a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 165 children aged 0–6 years in Chahagaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chahagaon village has 187 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 93 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chahagaon village is about 57.57%, with male literacy at 64.99% and female literacy at 49.83%.
- There are around 290 households in Chahagaon village.
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) |
|---|---|
| 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%.