Chougaon
Chougaon is a village located in Sunabeda tehsil of Koraput district in Odisha, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Sunabeda (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Koraput. As per 2009 stats, Padmapur is the gram panchayat of Chougaon village.
Here you can discover what makes Chougaon unique in its vibrant Sunabeda-Koraput region. You’ll see Chougaon’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 Chougaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chougaon is 429974. The village spans a total geographical area of 1133.25 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 763001. Nabarangapur is nearest town to Chougaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
As per 2019 stats, Chougaon village comes under Koraput assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Chougaon
Population of Chougaon
According to the 2011 Census, Chougaon has a total population of about 1,952, with approximately 868 males and 1,084 females. The sex ratio is around 1248 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 294 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 506 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,412. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.26%, with male literacy at about 60.94% and female literacy near 38.10%. There are around 487 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chougaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,952 | 868 | 1,084 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 294 | 130 | 164 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 506 | 240 | 266 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,412 | 614 | 798 |
| Literate Population | 942 | 529 | 413 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,010 | 339 | 671 |
Connectivity of Chougaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chougaon. As per the 2011 stats, Chougaon 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 <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chougaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Chougaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chougaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chougaon
- Where is Chougaon located?
- Chougaon village is situated in Sunabeda Tehsil, within the Koraput district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chougaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chougaon is Padmapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chougaon?
- The pincode of Chougaon is 763001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chougaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chougaon is 1,952, with 868 males and 1,084 females.
- How many households are there in Chougaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chougaon village has a total of 487 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chougaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chougaon is 48.26%. The male literacy rate is 60.94%, while the female literacy rate is 38.10%.