Charne - Chhatapur, Supaul
Charne is a village situated in the Chhatapur subdivision of Supaul district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhatapur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Supaul. Charna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charne village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charne is 221101. The village covers a total geographical area of 771 hectares and falls under the 852137 pincode. Forbesganj is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Charne village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Charne
As per Census 2011, Charne village has a total population of 9,705 people, consisting of 4,986 males and 4,719 females. The village has 1,771 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,061 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,048 literate and 5,657 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5,099 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charne are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,705 | 4,986 | 4,719 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,061 | 1,063 | 998 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5,099 | 2,602 | 2,497 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 4,048 | 2,611 | 1,437 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,657 | 2,375 | 3,282 |
Nearby Villages of Charne
Charne is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bishunpr Bhaiaram | South-East | 2.09 km |
| Dundbahadur Chakla | East | 2.74 km |
| Raisari Milik | West | 3.09 km |
| Katrahi Fakirana | North-West | 3.22 km |
| Sirsia Kalan | East | 3.49 km |
| Gamharia | South-East | 3.90 km |
| Parsagarhi | South | 4.42 km |
| Goalpara | North | 4.48 km |
| Hirapatti | West | 5.51 km |
| Bairia | North-West | 5.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charne
Charne is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Gogipothia Halt, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 116.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Forbesganj to Charne is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Supaul to Charne is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charne
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charne village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Charne
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charne village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Charne
Where is Charne located?
Charne village is located in Chhatapur Subdivision, Supaul district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charne?
The Gram Panchayat of Charne is Charna.
What is the pincode of Charne?
The pincode of Charne is 852137.
What is the population of Charne?
Charne has a total population of 9,705, including 4,986 males and 4,719 females.
How many households are there in Charne?
There are 1,771 households in Charne.
What is the literacy rate in Charne?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charne is 41.71%. Male literacy is 52.37% and female literacy is 30.45%.