Charpa - Madhupur, Deoghar
Charpa is a village situated in the Madhupur subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madhupur and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Deoghar. Charpa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charpa is 354617. The village covers a total geographical area of 157 hectares and falls under the 815353 pincode. Madhupur is the nearest town.
Charpa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Charpa
According to the 2011 Census, Charpa village had a total population of 1,119 people, including 585 males and 534 females, living in 216 households. The sex ratio was 913 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.37%, with male literacy at 77.76% and female literacy at 51.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 507, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 107.
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 | 1,119 | 585 | 534 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 77 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 507 | 259 | 248 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 107 | 56 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 623 | 395 | 228 |
| Illiterate Population | 496 | 190 | 306 |
Nearby Villages of Charpa
Charpa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Belwatari | North-West | 1.17 km |
| Tanderi | South-East | 1.19 km |
| Billi | South | 1.23 km |
| Jama | West | 1.38 km |
| Gangti | West | 1.44 km |
| Kajra | East | 1.45 km |
| Samlabahiar | North-West | 1.91 km |
| Manpur | North | 1.91 km |
| Madhopur | North | 2.19 km |
| Jamuni | South | 2.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charpa
Charpa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Madhupur Jn, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Deoghar to Charpa 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 Charpa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charpa 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 Charpa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charpa 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Charpa
Where is Charpa located?
Charpa village is located in Madhupur Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Charpa?
Charpa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Charpa?
The pincode of Charpa is 815353.
What is the population of Charpa?
Charpa had a total population of 1,119, including 585 males and 534 females.
How many households are there in Charpa?
Charpa had 216 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charpa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charpa was 65.37%. Male literacy was 77.76% and female literacy was 51.24%.