Charpara Village - Baloda, Janjgir-Champa
Charpara is a village situated in the Baloda tehsil of Janjgir-Champa district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 0.2 km from Baloda and around 15 km from Janjgir. Charpara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charpara is 436665. The village covers a total geographical area of 613.33 hectares and falls under the 495669 pincode. Baloda is the nearest town, located about 0.2 km away.
Charpara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akaltara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charpara
As per Census 2011, Charpara village has a total population of 3,326 people, consisting of 1,732 males and 1,594 females. The village has 797 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 432 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,158 literate and 1,168 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,200 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charpara are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,326 | 1,732 | 1,594 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 432 | 237 | 195 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,200 | 595 | 605 |
| Literate Population | 2,158 | 1,338 | 820 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,168 | 394 | 774 |
Nearby Villages of Charpara
Charpara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shanicharadih Malgujari | South-West | 1.64 km |
| Buchihardi | South-East | 2.00 km |
| Shanicharadih Damami | South | 2.18 km |
| Sultannar | North-West | 2.22 km |
| Dhorla | South-West | 2.75 km |
| Nawapara | North-West | 2.76 km |
| Bachhoud | West | 2.77 km |
| Karhidih | South | 3.52 km |
| Mohda | North | 3.92 km |
| Jhapeli | South-East | 4.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charpara
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Charpara. The nearest railway station is Ibh4, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baloda to Charpara is about 0.2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Janjgir to Charpara is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charpara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charpara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Charpara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charpara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Charpara
Where is Charpara located?
Charpara village is located in Baloda Tehsil, Janjgir-Champa district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charpara?
Charpara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Charpara?
The pincode of Charpara is 495669.
What is the population of Charpara?
Charpara has a total population of 3,326, including 1,732 males and 1,594 females.
How many households are there in Charpara?
There are 797 households in Charpara.
What is the literacy rate in Charpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charpara is 64.88%. Male literacy is 77.25% and female literacy is 51.44%.