Charthana Village - Jintur, Parbhani
Charthana is a village situated in the Jintur tehsil of Parbhani district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jintur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Parbhani. Charthana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charthana is 546565. The village covers a total geographical area of 2688 hectares and falls under the 431509 pincode. Jintur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Charthana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Charthana
As per Census 2011, Charthana village has a total population of 7,795 people, consisting of 3,956 males and 3,839 females. The village has 1,630 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,187 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,986 literate and 2,809 illiterate residents. Additionally, 604 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 81 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charthana are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,795 | 3,956 | 3,839 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,187 | 644 | 543 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 604 | 315 | 289 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 81 | 40 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 4,986 | 2,718 | 2,268 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,809 | 1,238 | 1,571 |
Nearby Villages of Charthana
Charthana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kanha | North-East | 2.47 km |
| Jambhrun | North | 3.25 km |
| Arsad | South-West | 3.49 km |
| Pimpri Kh | West | 3.76 km |
| Mola | West | 3.96 km |
| Shivachiwadi | North-West | 4.30 km |
| Singthala | South-East | 4.39 km |
| Nilkanth | South | 4.40 km |
| Mohadi | North-West | 4.45 km |
| Sos | East | 4.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charthana
Charthana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Selu, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jintur to Charthana is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Parbhani to Charthana is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charthana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charthana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Charthana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charthana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Charthana
Where is Charthana located?
Charthana village is located in Jintur Tehsil, Parbhani district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charthana?
Charthana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Charthana?
The pincode of Charthana is 431509.
What is the population of Charthana?
Charthana has a total population of 7,795, including 3,956 males and 3,839 females.
How many households are there in Charthana?
There are 1,630 households in Charthana.
What is the literacy rate in Charthana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charthana is 63.96%. Male literacy is 68.71% and female literacy is 59.08%.