Charanpura - Petlawad, Jhabua
Charanpura is a village situated in the Petlawad tehsil of Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Petlawad and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Jhabua. Bedada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charanpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charanpura is 504358. The village covers a total geographical area of 323.56 hectares and falls under the 457773 pincode. Petlawad is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Charanpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Charanpura
As per Census 2011, Charanpura village has a total population of 795 people, consisting of 399 males and 396 females. The village has 134 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 156 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 275 literate and 520 illiterate residents. Additionally, 786 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charanpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 795 | 399 | 396 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 70 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 786 | 393 | 393 |
| Literate Population | 275 | 200 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 520 | 199 | 321 |
Nearby Villages of Charanpura
Charanpura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jhawalia | South | 1.55 km |
| Dhanpura | East | 2.59 km |
| Kudwas | South-East | 2.80 km |
| Bedada | South-West | 3.05 km |
| Moibageli | North-West | 3.67 km |
| Rupgarh | North | 3.79 km |
| Ralyawan | North-East | 3.81 km |
| Padalghati | South-West | 4.46 km |
| Soila | East | 4.80 km |
| Alasya Khedi | East | 5.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charanpura
Charanpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bajrangarh, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.1 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Petlawad to Charanpura is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhabua to Charanpura is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charanpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charanpura 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Charanpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charanpura 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 Charanpura
Where is Charanpura located?
Charanpura village is located in Petlawad Tehsil, Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charanpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Charanpura is Bedada.
What is the pincode of Charanpura?
The pincode of Charanpura is 457773.
What is the population of Charanpura?
Charanpura has a total population of 795, including 399 males and 396 females.
How many households are there in Charanpura?
There are 134 households in Charanpura.
What is the literacy rate in Charanpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charanpura is 34.59%. Male literacy is 50.13% and female literacy is 18.94%.