Charnal - Shyampur, Sehore
Charnal is a village situated in the Shyampur tehsil of Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shyampur and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Sehore. Charnal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charnal is 482764. The village covers a total geographical area of 1405.85 hectares and falls under the 466651 pincode. Sehore is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Charnal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sehore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhopal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charnal
As per Census 2011, Charnal village has a total population of 2,722 people, consisting of 1,414 males and 1,308 females. The village has 538 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 420 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,640 literate and 1,082 illiterate residents. Additionally, 295 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 59 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charnal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,722 | 1,414 | 1,308 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 420 | 220 | 200 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 295 | 153 | 142 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 31 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 1,640 | 994 | 646 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,082 | 420 | 662 |
Nearby Villages of Charnal
Charnal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bherupura | West | 2.73 km |
| Hasanpur Tinoniya | South-East | 2.84 km |
| Sankla | North-East | 3.01 km |
| Achharohi | North-West | 3.04 km |
| Pilukhedi | South-West | 3.08 km |
| Gundi | East | 3.25 km |
| Khasta Khedi | South | 3.97 km |
| Chhatarpura | North | 4.01 km |
| Arniya Sultanpur | West | 4.11 km |
| Ramja Khedi | South | 4.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charnal
Charnal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bakanian Bhaunr, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.3 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 Sehore to Charnal is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charnal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charnal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Charnal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charnal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Charnal
Where is Charnal located?
Charnal village is located in Shyampur Tehsil, Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charnal?
Charnal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Charnal?
The pincode of Charnal is 466651.
What is the population of Charnal?
Charnal has a total population of 2,722, including 1,414 males and 1,308 females.
How many households are there in Charnal?
There are 538 households in Charnal.
What is the literacy rate in Charnal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charnal is 60.25%. Male literacy is 70.30% and female literacy is 49.39%.