Charauda (Charoda) - Pithora, Mahasamund
Charauda (Charoda) is a village situated in the Pithora tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pithaura and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Charoda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charauda (Charoda) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charauda (Charoda) is 446343. The village covers a total geographical area of 558.76 hectares and falls under the 493449 pincode. Bagbahara is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Charauda (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 Charauda (Charoda)
As per Census 2011, Charauda (Charoda) village has a total population of 1,063 people, consisting of 520 males and 543 females. The village has 268 households and a sex ratio of 1,044 females per 1,000 males. There are 158 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 608 literate and 455 illiterate residents. Additionally, 29 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 297 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charauda (Charoda) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,063 | 520 | 543 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 82 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 297 | 144 | 153 |
| Literate Population | 608 | 371 | 237 |
| Illiterate Population | 455 | 149 | 306 |
Nearby Villages of Charauda (Charoda)
Charauda (Charoda) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lilesar | North | 2.08 km |
| Farouda | West | 2.17 km |
| Parasada | North-West | 3.06 km |
| Kolda | South-West | 3.53 km |
| Bolangir | East | 3.84 km |
| Sewati | South-West | 3.87 km |
| Tamakidadar(kala) | South-East | 3.92 km |
| Churrupali | West | 4.11 km |
| Beldih | North | 4.12 km |
| Rewa | South | 4.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charauda (Charoda)
Charauda (Charoda) 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 Komakhan, while the nearest airport is Nawapara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bagbahara to Charauda (Charoda) is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Charauda (Charoda) is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charauda (Charoda)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charauda (Charoda) 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 Charauda (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 Charauda (Charoda) 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Charauda (Charoda)
Where is Charauda (Charoda) located?
Charauda (Charoda) village is located in Pithora Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charauda (Charoda)?
The Gram Panchayat of Charauda (Charoda) is Charoda.
What is the pincode of Charauda (Charoda)?
The pincode of Charauda (Charoda) is 493449.
What is the population of Charauda (Charoda)?
Charauda (Charoda) has a total population of 1,063, including 520 males and 543 females.
How many households are there in Charauda (Charoda)?
There are 268 households in Charauda (Charoda).
What is the literacy rate in Charauda (Charoda)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charauda (Charoda) is 57.20%. Male literacy is 71.35% and female literacy is 43.65%.