Charkhari - Beohari, Shahdol
Charkhari is a village situated in the Beohari tehsil of Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Beohari and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Shahdol. Charkhri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charkhari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charkhari is 501002. The village covers a total geographical area of 635.53 hectares and falls under the 484774 pincode. Beohari is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Charkhari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Charkhari
As per Census 2011, Charkhari village has a total population of 1,917 people, consisting of 955 males and 962 females. The village has 425 households and a sex ratio of 1,007 females per 1,000 males. There are 292 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,024 literate and 893 illiterate residents. Additionally, 194 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,003 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charkhari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,917 | 955 | 962 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 292 | 139 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 194 | 96 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,003 | 489 | 514 |
| Literate Population | 1,024 | 556 | 468 |
| Illiterate Population | 893 | 399 | 494 |
Nearby Villages of Charkhari
Charkhari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Belbahra | South-East | 1.65 km |
| Bagdari | North-East | 2.30 km |
| Kharapa | South-East | 2.46 km |
| Bhanni | North-West | 3.02 km |
| Mau | South-West | 3.79 km |
| Pasagari | North-East | 3.89 km |
| Deorao | South-East | 4.27 km |
| Papredi | North-East | 4.32 km |
| Gada | North | 4.74 km |
| Sakhi | South | 5.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charkhari
Public transport in the Charkhari is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Beohari, while the nearest airport is Satna Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Beohari to Charkhari is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shahdol to Charkhari is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charkhari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charkhari 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Charkhari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charkhari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Charkhari
Where is Charkhari located?
Charkhari village is located in Beohari Tehsil, Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charkhari?
The Gram Panchayat of Charkhari is Charkhri.
What is the pincode of Charkhari?
The pincode of Charkhari is 484774.
What is the population of Charkhari?
Charkhari has a total population of 1,917, including 955 males and 962 females.
How many households are there in Charkhari?
There are 425 households in Charkhari.
What is the literacy rate in Charkhari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charkhari is 53.42%. Male literacy is 58.22% and female literacy is 48.65%.