Charauda-2 - Arang, Raipur
Charauda-2 is a village situated in the Arang tehsil of Raipur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arang and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Raipur. Charauda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charauda-2 village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charauda-2 is 444567. The village covers a total geographical area of 611.96 hectares and falls under the 493441 pincode. Raipur is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Charauda-2 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 Charauda-2
As per Census 2011, Charauda-2 village has a total population of 2,505 people, consisting of 1,267 males and 1,238 females. The village has 534 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 379 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,627 literate and 878 illiterate residents. Additionally, 381 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 29 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charauda-2 are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,505 | 1,267 | 1,238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 379 | 192 | 187 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 381 | 183 | 198 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 1,627 | 977 | 650 |
| Illiterate Population | 878 | 290 | 588 |
Nearby Villages of Charauda-2
Charauda-2 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khapri-3 (khapri) | South-East | 1.91 km |
| Mokhetara | South-West | 2.08 km |
| Barbhata | West | 2.39 km |
| Gidhawa | East | 2.66 km |
| Bhilai | North-East | 2.80 km |
| Mokhala | North-West | 3.20 km |
| Tama Seoni | South | 3.47 km |
| Bhalera | South-East | 3.60 km |
| Nariyara | West | 3.72 km |
| Lingadih | East | 3.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charauda-2
Charauda-2 is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Arang Mahanadi, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 15.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Raipur to Charauda-2 is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charauda-2
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charauda-2 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Charauda-2
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charauda-2 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Charauda-2
Where is Charauda-2 located?
Charauda-2 village is located in Arang Tehsil, Raipur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charauda-2?
The Gram Panchayat of Charauda-2 is Charauda.
What is the pincode of Charauda-2?
The pincode of Charauda-2 is 493441.
What is the population of Charauda-2?
Charauda-2 has a total population of 2,505, including 1,267 males and 1,238 females.
How many households are there in Charauda-2?
There are 534 households in Charauda-2.
What is the literacy rate in Charauda-2?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charauda-2 is 64.95%. Male literacy is 77.11% and female literacy is 52.50%.