Charratangar Village - Gharghoda, Raigarh
Charratangar is a village situated in the Gharghoda tehsil of Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gharghoda and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Raigarh. Charratangar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charratangar is 434694. The village covers a total geographical area of 1863.33 hectares and falls under the 496111 pincode. Gharghoda is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Charratangar 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 Charratangar
As per Census 2011, Charratangar village has a total population of 2,001 people, consisting of 1,013 males and 988 females. The village has 513 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 351 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,135 literate and 866 illiterate residents. Additionally, 80 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,715 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charratangar are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,001 | 1,013 | 988 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 351 | 186 | 165 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 41 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,715 | 869 | 846 |
| Literate Population | 1,135 | 662 | 473 |
| Illiterate Population | 866 | 351 | 515 |
Nearby Villages of Charratangar
Charratangar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dokarbuda | South-West | 2.49 km |
| Pakadarha | North-West | 3.36 km |
| Tumidih | South-East | 3.53 km |
| Amlidih | North-East | 3.70 km |
| Harradih | South | 4.08 km |
| Bilaskhar | West | 4.30 km |
| Rabo | South-West | 4.46 km |
| Dehridih | West | 4.94 km |
| Pandripani | North | 5.12 km |
| Samaruma | East | 5.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charratangar
Charratangar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhupdeopur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.7 km.
| 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 Charratangar is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raigarh to Charratangar is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charratangar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charratangar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Charratangar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charratangar 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 Charratangar
Where is Charratangar located?
Charratangar village is located in Gharghoda Tehsil, Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charratangar?
Charratangar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Charratangar?
The pincode of Charratangar is 496111.
What is the population of Charratangar?
Charratangar has a total population of 2,001, including 1,013 males and 988 females.
How many households are there in Charratangar?
There are 513 households in Charratangar.
What is the literacy rate in Charratangar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charratangar is 56.72%. Male literacy is 65.35% and female literacy is 47.87%.