Charagaon
Charagaon is a village located in Similiguda tehsil of Koraput district in Odisha, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Similiguda (tehsildar office) and 29km away from district headquarter Koraput. As per 2009 stats, Pitaguda is the gram panchayat of Charagaon village.
Here you can discover what makes Charagaon unique in its vibrant Similiguda-Koraput region. You’ll see Charagaon’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 Charagaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Charagaon is 429955. The village spans a total geographical area of 691.96 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764037. Kotpad is nearest town to Charagaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Charagaon
Population of Charagaon
According to the 2011 Census, Charagaon has a total population of about 1,264, with approximately 581 males and 683 females. The sex ratio is around 1175 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 200 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 80 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 876. The overall literacy rate is approximately 38.92%, with male literacy at about 51.29% and female literacy near 28.40%. There are around 350 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Charagaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,264 | 581 | 683 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 93 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 39 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 876 | 398 | 478 |
| Literate Population | 492 | 298 | 194 |
| Illiterate Population | 772 | 283 | 489 |
Connectivity of Charagaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Charagaon. As per the 2011 stats, Charagaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Charagaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Charagaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Charagaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Charagaon
- Where is Charagaon located?
- Charagaon village is situated in Similiguda Tehsil, within the Koraput district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Charagaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Charagaon is Pitaguda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Charagaon?
- The pincode of Charagaon is 764037, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Charagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Charagaon is 1,264, with 581 males and 683 females.
- How many households are there in Charagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Charagaon village has a total of 350 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Charagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Charagaon is 38.92%. The male literacy rate is 51.29%, while the female literacy rate is 28.40%.