Charna - Amarwara, Chhindwara
Charna is a village situated in the Amarwara tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amarwara and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Dulara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charna is 493949. The village covers a total geographical area of 419 hectares and falls under the 480221 pincode. Amarwara is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Charna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Charna
According to the 2011 Census, Charna village had a total population of 430 people, including 219 males and 211 females, living in 93 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.05%, with male literacy at 53.33% and female literacy at 38.38%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 430 | 219 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 24 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 175 | 104 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 255 | 115 | 140 |
Nearby Villages of Charna
Charna 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jawahargaon | West | 1.29 km |
| Petdeori | North-West | 2.38 km |
| Lakhanwada | South-East | 2.50 km |
| Dulara | West | 2.62 km |
| Jungawada | North | 2.68 km |
| Thavri Khurd | North | 3.05 km |
| Dhanda | South | 3.69 km |
| Borimal | South-West | 4.01 km |
| Dhasanwada | South | 4.04 km |
| Churka | North-West | 4.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charna
Charna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Chourai, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 97.9 km.
| 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 Amarwara to Charna is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Charna is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charna 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Charna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Charna
Where is Charna located?
Charna village is located in Amarwara Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charna?
The Gram Panchayat of Charna is Dulara.
What is the pincode of Charna?
The pincode of Charna is 480221.
What is the population of Charna?
Charna had a total population of 430, including 219 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Charna?
Charna had 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charna was 46.05%. Male literacy was 53.33% and female literacy was 38.38%.