Charpani - Kantabanji, Balangir
Charpani is a village situated in the Kantabanji tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Turekela and around 100 km from Balangir. Badbanki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charpani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charpani is 420862. The village covers a total geographical area of 444 hectares and falls under the 767060 pincode. Kantabanji is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Charpani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kantabanji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charpani
According to the 2011 Census, Charpani village had a total population of 1,019 people, including 514 males and 505 females, living in 297 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.32%, with male literacy at 59.67% and female literacy at 31.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 68.
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 | 1,019 | 514 | 505 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 85 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 39 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 392 | 256 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 627 | 258 | 369 |
Nearby Villages of Charpani
Charpani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mundkani | South-East | 1.86 km |
| Muribahal | North-West | 2.33 km |
| Salemudgaon | North-East | 2.48 km |
| Tikrapada | South-East | 2.79 km |
| Jholpathar | South-West | 2.93 km |
| Badbanki | North | 3.18 km |
| Sanbanki | East | 3.79 km |
| Kandei | South-East | 3.96 km |
| Jubamal | South | 4.16 km |
| Sanamaheswar | South-West | 4.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charpani
Charpani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Turekala Road, while the nearest airport is Nawapara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.2 km.
| 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 Kantabanji to Charpani is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Charpani is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charpani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charpani 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Charpani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charpani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Charpani
Where is Charpani located?
Charpani village is located in Kantabanji Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charpani?
The Gram Panchayat of Charpani is Badbanki.
What is the pincode of Charpani?
The pincode of Charpani is 767060.
What is the population of Charpani?
Charpani had a total population of 1,019, including 514 males and 505 females.
How many households are there in Charpani?
Charpani had 297 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charpani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charpani was 45.32%. Male literacy was 59.67% and female literacy was 31.19%.