Charohandol - Jaitpur, Shahdol
Charohandol is a village situated in the Jaitpur tehsil of Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jaitpur and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Shahdol. Chakodiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charohandol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charohandol is 501630. The village covers a total geographical area of 309.52 hectares and falls under the 484669 pincode. Shahdol is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Charohandol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Charohandol
According to the 2011 Census, Charohandol village had a total population of 593 people, including 283 males and 310 females, living in 146 households. The sex ratio was 1,095 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.30%, with male literacy at 60.08% and female literacy at 41.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 561.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 593 | 283 | 310 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 40 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 561 | 268 | 293 |
| Literate Population | 252 | 146 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 341 | 137 | 204 |
Nearby Villages of Charohandol
Charohandol 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Doki Budi | South-East | 1.94 km |
| Khamhidol | West | 2.48 km |
| Kudeli | North-East | 2.68 km |
| Mohriya Tola | South | 3.04 km |
| Bahera Dol | South-East | 3.59 km |
| Bacharwar | South | 4.00 km |
| Chakodiya | North-West | 4.63 km |
| Karraban | South | 4.92 km |
| Bokaramar | West | 5.08 km |
| Padmaniya | North-West | 5.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charohandol
Charohandol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Amlai, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 125.8 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 Shahdol to Charohandol is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charohandol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charohandol 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 Charohandol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charohandol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Charohandol
Where is Charohandol located?
Charohandol village is located in Jaitpur Tehsil, Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Charohandol?
The Gram Panchayat of Charohandol is Chakodiya.
What is the pincode of Charohandol?
The pincode of Charohandol is 484669.
What is the population of Charohandol?
Charohandol had a total population of 593, including 283 males and 310 females.
How many households are there in Charohandol?
Charohandol had 146 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charohandol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charohandol was 50.30%. Male literacy was 60.08% and female literacy was 41.09%.