Charkidol - Jaisinghnagar, Shahdol
Charkidol is a village situated in the Jaisinghnagar tehsil of Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jaisinghnagar and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Shahdol. Uchehara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charkidol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charkidol is 501195. The village covers a total geographical area of 213.93 hectares and falls under the 484771 pincode. Jaisinghnagar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Charkidol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Beohari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charkidol
As per Census 2011, Charkidol village has a total population of 161 people, consisting of 83 males and 78 females. The village has 38 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 84 literate and 77 illiterate residents. Additionally, 159 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charkidol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 161 | 83 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 159 | 82 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 84 | 51 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 32 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Charkidol
Charkidol 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barhi Kachhar | South | 1.51 km |
| Lukam Tola | South-East | 1.51 km |
| Ghirghori | South-West | 2.16 km |
| Pateriya Tola | North-East | 2.19 km |
| Saradpur | East | 3.26 km |
| Nakti Tola | South | 3.32 km |
| Tendudol | South-East | 3.54 km |
| Kusmi | South-West | 3.58 km |
| Badkadol | South-West | 3.69 km |
| Budhsar | North-East | 3.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charkidol
Charkidol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Duvri Kalan, while the nearest airport is Satna Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaisinghnagar to Charkidol is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Shahdol to Charkidol is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charkidol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charkidol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Charkidol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charkidol 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 Charkidol
Where is Charkidol located?
Charkidol village is located in Jaisinghnagar Tehsil, Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charkidol?
The Gram Panchayat of Charkidol is Uchehara.
What is the pincode of Charkidol?
The pincode of Charkidol is 484771.
What is the population of Charkidol?
Charkidol has a total population of 161, including 83 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Charkidol?
There are 38 households in Charkidol.
What is the literacy rate in Charkidol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charkidol is 52.17%. Male literacy is 61.45% and female literacy is 42.31%.