Charpara Village - Kharsia, Raigarh
Charpara is a village situated in the Kharsia tehsil of Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kharsia and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Raigarh. Purena serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charpara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charpara is 435216. The village covers a total geographical area of 143.14 hectares and falls under the 496665 pincode. Kharsia is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Charpara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kharsia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charpara
As per Census 2011, Charpara village has a total population of 588 people, consisting of 303 males and 285 females. The village has 148 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 66 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 425 literate and 163 illiterate residents. Additionally, 232 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charpara are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 588 | 303 | 285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 38 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 232 | 123 | 109 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 425 | 237 | 188 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 66 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Charpara
Charpara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Puraina | North-East | 1.13 km |
| Gondbordi | North-West | 1.54 km |
| Ganda Bordi | North | 1.60 km |
| Halahuli | East | 2.01 km |
| Badedeogaon | West | 2.25 km |
| Bakeli | North | 2.51 km |
| Kalmipat | North | 2.52 km |
| Dumar Bhantha | East | 2.94 km |
| Jharadih | North-East | 3.13 km |
| Khartal | East | 3.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charpara
Charpara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jharradih, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kharsia to Charpara is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raigarh to Charpara is about 51 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 Charpara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charpara 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Charpara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charpara 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Charpara
Where is Charpara located?
Charpara village is located in Kharsia Tehsil, Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charpara?
The Gram Panchayat of Charpara is Purena.
What is the pincode of Charpara?
The pincode of Charpara is 496665.
What is the population of Charpara?
Charpara has a total population of 588, including 303 males and 285 females.
How many households are there in Charpara?
There are 148 households in Charpara.
What is the literacy rate in Charpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charpara is 72.28%. Male literacy is 78.22% and female literacy is 65.96%.