Ban Charauda - Arang, Raipur
Ban Charauda is a village situated in the Arang tehsil of Raipur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arang and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Raipur. Banchraoda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ban Charauda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ban Charauda is 444579. The village covers a total geographical area of 433.04 hectares and falls under the 493441 pincode. Arang is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Ban Charauda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Abhanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ban Charauda
According to the 2011 Census, Ban Charauda village had a total population of 1,046 people, including 559 males and 487 females, living in 174 households. The sex ratio was 871 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.55%, with male literacy at 87.06% and female literacy at 62.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 27, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 226.
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 | 1,046 | 559 | 487 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 80 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 226 | 119 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 683 | 417 | 266 |
| Illiterate Population | 363 | 142 | 221 |
Nearby Villages of Ban Charauda
Ban Charauda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhatera | North-West | 1.67 km |
| Gaurbhath | South-West | 2.03 km |
| Goinda | North | 2.67 km |
| Nandgaon | East | 3.59 km |
| Bamhani | South-East | 3.76 km |
| Lingadih | North-West | 3.76 km |
| Kumhari-2(kumhari) | South | 3.90 km |
| Akolikalan-2 (akolikala | North-West | 3.91 km |
| Gidhawa | West | 3.99 km |
| Bhalera | West | 4.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ban Charauda
Ban Charauda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Belsonda, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.6 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arang to Ban Charauda is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Ban Charauda is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ban Charauda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ban Charauda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ban Charauda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ban Charauda 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 Ban Charauda
Where is Ban Charauda located?
Ban Charauda village is located in Arang Tehsil, Raipur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ban Charauda?
The Gram Panchayat of Ban Charauda is Banchraoda.
What is the pincode of Ban Charauda?
The pincode of Ban Charauda is 493441.
What is the population of Ban Charauda?
Ban Charauda had a total population of 1,046, including 559 males and 487 females.
How many households are there in Ban Charauda?
Ban Charauda had 174 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ban Charauda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ban Charauda was 75.55%. Male literacy was 87.06% and female literacy was 62.59%.