Charaidand - Duldula, Jashpur
Charaidand is a village situated in the Duldula tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Duldula and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Charaidand village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charaidand is 434069. The village covers a total geographical area of 939.3 hectares and falls under the 496334 pincode. Kunkuri is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Charaidand village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kunkuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charaidand
As per Census 2011, Charaidand village has a total population of 2,068 people, consisting of 1,049 males and 1,019 females. The village has 453 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 309 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,274 literate and 794 illiterate residents. Additionally, 120 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 651 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charaidand are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,068 | 1,049 | 1,019 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 309 | 155 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 120 | 62 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 651 | 322 | 329 |
| Literate Population | 1,274 | 733 | 541 |
| Illiterate Population | 794 | 316 | 478 |
Nearby Villages of Charaidand
Charaidand 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khatanga | South-East | 2.34 km |
| Khadsa | West | 2.53 km |
| Mayali | North-West | 2.53 km |
| Banspatra | South-West | 3.16 km |
| Basudeopur | East | 3.25 km |
| Komado | South-West | 3.26 km |
| Deobora | West | 3.98 km |
| Bhumra | South-West | 4.26 km |
| Boda Chhaper | South-East | 4.40 km |
| Bhusaditoli | South | 4.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charaidand
Charaidand is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Garpos, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kunkuri to Charaidand is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Charaidand 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 Charaidand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charaidand village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Charaidand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charaidand village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Charaidand
Where is Charaidand located?
Charaidand village is located in Duldula Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charaidand?
Charaidand is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Charaidand?
The pincode of Charaidand is 496334.
What is the population of Charaidand?
Charaidand has a total population of 2,068, including 1,049 males and 1,019 females.
How many households are there in Charaidand?
There are 453 households in Charaidand.
What is the literacy rate in Charaidand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charaidand is 61.61%. Male literacy is 69.88% and female literacy is 53.09%.