Charkhi - Panagar, Jabalpur
Charkhi is a village situated in the Panagar tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Panagar and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Padri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charkhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charkhi is 490120. The village covers a total geographical area of 70.8 hectares and falls under the 483220 pincode. Panagar is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Charkhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Panagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jabalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charkhi
As per Census 2011, Charkhi village has a total population of 510 people, consisting of 262 males and 248 females. The village has 113 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 275 literate and 235 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 360 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charkhi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 510 | 262 | 248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 29 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 360 | 178 | 182 |
| Literate Population | 275 | 160 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 235 | 102 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Charkhi
Charkhi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Padri | North-East | 1.72 km |
| Chhattarpur | West | 1.95 km |
| Kakarhai | East | 2.27 km |
| Bandhi | South | 3.19 km |
| Nibhora | West | 3.21 km |
| Imlai | North-West | 3.33 km |
| Tindni | South-West | 4.11 km |
| Kanjaniya | South | 4.15 km |
| Pathrora | South | 4.83 km |
| Ker | East | 4.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charkhi
Charkhi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Deori, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 7.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Panagar to Charkhi is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jabalpur to Charkhi is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charkhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charkhi 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 Charkhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charkhi 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 Charkhi
Where is Charkhi located?
Charkhi village is located in Panagar Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charkhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Charkhi is Padri.
What is the pincode of Charkhi?
The pincode of Charkhi is 483220.
What is the population of Charkhi?
Charkhi has a total population of 510, including 262 males and 248 females.
How many households are there in Charkhi?
There are 113 households in Charkhi.
What is the literacy rate in Charkhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charkhi is 53.92%. Male literacy is 61.07% and female literacy is 46.37%.