Charthana - 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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Charthana village had a total population of 7,795 people, including 3,956 males and 3,839 females, living in 1,630 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.45%, with male literacy at 82.07% and female literacy at 68.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 604, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 81.
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 | 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 Village Panchayat of Charthana?
Charthana is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Charthana?
The pincode of Charthana is 431509.
What is the population of Charthana?
Charthana had a total population of 7,795, including 3,956 males and 3,839 females.
How many households are there in Charthana?
Charthana had 1,630 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charthana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charthana was 75.45%. Male literacy was 82.07% and female literacy was 68.81%.