Charoda - Bagbahra, Mahasamund
Charoda is a village situated in the Bagbahra tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bagbahara and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Charouda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charoda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charoda is 446679. The village covers a total geographical area of 756.55 hectares and falls under the 493449 pincode. Bagbahara is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Charoda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khallari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charoda
As per Census 2011, Charoda village has a total population of 1,236 people, consisting of 632 males and 604 females. The village has 297 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 152 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 674 literate and 562 illiterate residents. Additionally, 157 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 366 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charoda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,236 | 632 | 604 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 81 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 157 | 81 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 366 | 184 | 182 |
| Literate Population | 674 | 406 | 268 |
| Illiterate Population | 562 | 226 | 336 |
Nearby Villages of Charoda
Charoda is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Charoda
Charoda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Charoda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bagbahara to Charoda is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Charoda is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charoda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charoda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Charoda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charoda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Charoda
Where is Charoda located?
Charoda village is located in Bagbahra Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charoda?
The Gram Panchayat of Charoda is Charouda.
What is the pincode of Charoda?
The pincode of Charoda is 493449.
What is the population of Charoda?
Charoda has a total population of 1,236, including 632 males and 604 females.
How many households are there in Charoda?
There are 297 households in Charoda.
What is the literacy rate in Charoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charoda is 54.53%. Male literacy is 64.24% and female literacy is 44.37%.