Charkola - Khaniyadhana, Shivpuri
Charkola is a village situated in the Khaniyadhana tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khaniyadhana and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Khadichara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charkola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charkola is 456279. The village covers a total geographical area of 225.31 hectares and falls under the 473990 pincode. Khaniyadhana is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Charkola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pichhore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charkola
As per Census 2011, Charkola village has a total population of 599 people, consisting of 312 males and 287 females. The village has 129 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 149 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 238 literate and 361 illiterate residents. Additionally, 75 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 260 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charkola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 599 | 312 | 287 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 80 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 39 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 260 | 139 | 121 |
| Literate Population | 238 | 161 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 361 | 151 | 210 |
Nearby Villages of Charkola
Charkola is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Charkola
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Charkola.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khaniyadhana to Charkola is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Charkola is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charkola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charkola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Charkola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charkola 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 Charkola
Where is Charkola located?
Charkola village is located in Khaniyadhana Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charkola?
The Gram Panchayat of Charkola is Khadichara.
What is the pincode of Charkola?
The pincode of Charkola is 473990.
What is the population of Charkola?
Charkola has a total population of 599, including 312 males and 287 females.
How many households are there in Charkola?
There are 129 households in Charkola.
What is the literacy rate in Charkola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charkola is 39.73%. Male literacy is 51.60% and female literacy is 26.83%.