Charki - Churhat, Sidhi
Charki is a village situated in the Churhat tehsil of Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Churhat and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Sidhi. Ukarha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charki is 502527. The village covers a total geographical area of 75.26 hectares and falls under the 486771 pincode. Churhat is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Charki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Churhat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charki
According to the 2011 Census, Charki village had a total population of 8 people, including 5 males and 3 females, living in 4 households. The sex ratio was 600 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 28.57%, with male literacy at 25.00% and female literacy at 33.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 6 | 4 | 2 |
Nearby Villages of Charki
Charki 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 Charki
Public transport in the Charki is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Churhat to Charki is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sidhi to Charki is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Charki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charki 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 Charki
Where is Charki located?
Charki village is located in Churhat Tehsil, Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charki?
The Gram Panchayat of Charki is Ukarha.
What is the pincode of Charki?
The pincode of Charki is 486771.
What is the population of Charki?
Charki had a total population of 8, including 5 males and 3 females.
How many households are there in Charki?
Charki had 4 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charki was 28.57%. Male literacy was 25.00% and female literacy was 33.33%.