Charmar Village - Kartala, Korba
Charmar is a village situated in the Kartala tehsil of Korba district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kartala and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Korba. Madwani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charmar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charmar is 436532. The village covers a total geographical area of 447.85 hectares and falls under the 495674 pincode. Korba is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Charmar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charmar
As per Census 2011, Charmar village has a total population of 761 people, consisting of 373 males and 388 females. The village has 183 households and a sex ratio of 1,040 females per 1,000 males. There are 129 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 437 literate and 324 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 607 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charmar are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 761 | 373 | 388 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 54 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 17 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 607 | 294 | 313 |
| Literate Population | 437 | 273 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 324 | 100 | 224 |
Nearby Villages of Charmar
Charmar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Donga Bhouna | North-West | 1.74 km |
| Bhengari | East | 1.90 km |
| Lotan | South-West | 2.30 km |
| Deormar | West | 2.98 km |
| Dangninara | North | 2.99 km |
| Panikhet | South | 3.20 km |
| Nawapara Tenda | North-East | 3.22 km |
| Khokhro Ama | East | 4.08 km |
| Kataipali See | South-West | 4.47 km |
| Adukala | South-West | 4.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charmar
Charmar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Robertson, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Korba to Charmar is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charmar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charmar 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Charmar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charmar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Charmar
Where is Charmar located?
Charmar village is located in Kartala Tehsil, Korba district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charmar?
The Gram Panchayat of Charmar is Madwani.
What is the pincode of Charmar?
The pincode of Charmar is 495674.
What is the population of Charmar?
Charmar has a total population of 761, including 373 males and 388 females.
How many households are there in Charmar?
There are 183 households in Charmar.
What is the literacy rate in Charmar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charmar is 57.42%. Male literacy is 73.19% and female literacy is 42.27%.