Chartola - Baihar, Balaghat
Chartola is a village situated in the Baihar tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 54 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baihar and around 128 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Pandutala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chartola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chartola is 498222. The village covers a total geographical area of 308.22 hectares and falls under the 481117 pincode. Baihar is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Chartola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baihar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chartola
As per Census 2011, Chartola village has a total population of 408 people, consisting of 207 males and 201 females. The village has 93 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 291 literate and 117 illiterate residents. Additionally, 179 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 151 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chartola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 408 | 207 | 201 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 27 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 179 | 93 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 151 | 77 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 291 | 162 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 45 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Chartola
Chartola is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chartola
Chartola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baihar to Chartola is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balaghat to Chartola is about 128 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chartola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chartola 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chartola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chartola 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chartola
Where is Chartola located?
Chartola village is located in Baihar Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chartola?
The Gram Panchayat of Chartola is Pandutala.
What is the pincode of Chartola?
The pincode of Chartola is 481117.
What is the population of Chartola?
Chartola has a total population of 408, including 207 males and 201 females.
How many households are there in Chartola?
There are 93 households in Chartola.
What is the literacy rate in Chartola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chartola is 71.32%. Male literacy is 78.26% and female literacy is 64.18%.