Charnitola - Lormi, Mungeli
Charnitola is a village situated in the Lormi tehsil of Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from Lormi and around 82 km from Bilaspur. Charnitola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charnitola is 437740. The village covers a total geographical area of 167.49 hectares and falls under the 495115 pincode. Lormi is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Charnitola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lormi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charnitola
According to the 2011 Census, Charnitola village had a total population of 658 people, including 327 males and 331 females, living in 130 households. The sex ratio was 1,012 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.70%, with male literacy at 69.60% and female literacy at 51.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 658.
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 | 658 | 327 | 331 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 54 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 658 | 327 | 331 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 329 | 190 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 329 | 137 | 192 |
Nearby Villages of Charnitola
Charnitola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mohanpur | North | 1.29 km |
| Patharra | South-East | 1.31 km |
| Fuljhar | West | 1.43 km |
| Ghatapani | South-West | 1.55 km |
| Junapani | East | 1.65 km |
| Dharampura | South | 1.80 km |
| Phulwari | North-West | 2.12 km |
| Kutelatola | North | 2.25 km |
| Hardi | South | 2.58 km |
| Patharri | East | 2.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charnitola
Charnitola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Salkaroad, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.9 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 Lormi to Charnitola is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Charnitola is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charnitola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charnitola 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 Charnitola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charnitola 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 Charnitola
Where is Charnitola located?
Charnitola village is located in Lormi Tehsil, Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Charnitola?
Charnitola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Charnitola?
The pincode of Charnitola is 495115.
What is the population of Charnitola?
Charnitola had a total population of 658, including 327 males and 331 females.
How many households are there in Charnitola?
Charnitola had 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charnitola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charnitola was 60.70%. Male literacy was 69.60% and female literacy was 51.67%.