Charpara - Bamhnidih, Janjgir-Champa
Charpara is a village situated in the Bamhnidih tehsil of Janjgir-Champa district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from Champa and around 30 km from Janjgir. Sonaidih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charpara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charpara is 436867. The village covers a total geographical area of 103.68 hectares and falls under the 495660 pincode. Champa is the nearest town, located about 20 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 Jaijaipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charpara
According to the 2011 Census, Charpara village had a total population of 320 people, including 159 males and 161 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 1,013 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.16%, with male literacy at 89.63% and female literacy at 58.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 320 | 159 | 161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 24 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 198 | 121 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 38 | 84 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bargadi | West | 1.27 km |
| Sonaidih | South | 1.56 km |
| Bamhnidih | North-West | 2.06 km |
| Pondishankar | East | 2.48 km |
| Lakhurri | North-East | 2.64 km |
| Govinda | South | 2.96 km |
| Barbaspur | West | 3.28 km |
| Mauhadih | North-East | 3.35 km |
| Auradih | North | 3.63 km |
| Dharashiv | South-West | 3.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charpara
Charpara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sulgare, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.3 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 Champa to Charpara is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Janjgir to Charpara is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. 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 5-10 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Charpara
Where is Charpara located?
Charpara village is located in Bamhnidih Tehsil, Janjgir-Champa district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Charpara?
The Gram Panchayat of Charpara is Sonaidih.
What is the pincode of Charpara?
The pincode of Charpara is 495660.
What is the population of Charpara?
Charpara had a total population of 320, including 159 males and 161 females.
How many households are there in Charpara?
Charpara had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charpara was 74.16%. Male literacy was 89.63% and female literacy was 58.33%.