Charmar Village - Gharghoda, Raigarh
Charmar is a village situated in the Gharghoda tehsil of Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gharghoda and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Raigarh. Bhengari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charmar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charmar is 434686. The village covers a total geographical area of 315.07 hectares and falls under the 496111 pincode. Gharghoda is the nearest town, located about 18 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 Dharamjaigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charmar
As per Census 2011, Charmar village has a total population of 666 people, consisting of 346 males and 320 females. The village has 153 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 96 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 551 literate and 115 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 248 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charmar are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 666 | 346 | 320 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 48 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 248 | 123 | 125 |
| Literate Population | 551 | 294 | 257 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 52 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Charmar
Charmar 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 Charmar
Charmar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gharghoda to Charmar is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raigarh to Charmar is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 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 >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Charmar
Where is Charmar located?
Charmar village is located in Gharghoda Tehsil, Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charmar?
The Gram Panchayat of Charmar is Bhengari.
What is the pincode of Charmar?
The pincode of Charmar is 496111.
What is the population of Charmar?
Charmar has a total population of 666, including 346 males and 320 females.
How many households are there in Charmar?
There are 153 households in Charmar.
What is the literacy rate in Charmar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charmar is 82.73%. Male literacy is 84.97% and female literacy is 80.31%.