Charbahali - Puintala, Balangir
Charbahali is a village situated in the Puintala tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from Balangir and around 14 km from Balangir. Durgapali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charbahali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charbahali is 420062. The village covers a total geographical area of 82 hectares and falls under the 767002 pincode. Balangir is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Charbahali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Loisingha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charbahali
According to the 2011 Census, Charbahali village had a total population of 432 people, including 221 males and 211 females, living in 118 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.88%, with male literacy at 82.14% and female literacy at 60.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 46, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 432 | 221 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 25 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 22 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 271 | 161 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 161 | 60 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Charbahali
Charbahali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kandhapali | North-West | 1.13 km |
| Lastala | South-East | 1.74 km |
| Padiabahal | West | 1.96 km |
| Sauntpur | South | 2.12 km |
| Umria | East | 2.17 km |
| Ranikata | North-East | 2.32 km |
| Durgapali | North-West | 2.37 km |
| Laderbahal | West | 2.90 km |
| Cherangabahali | South | 3.58 km |
| Sankarbhoji | West | 3.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charbahali
Charbahali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Loisingha, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balangir to Charbahali is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Charbahali is about 14 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 Charbahali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charbahali 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Charbahali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charbahali 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 Charbahali
Where is Charbahali located?
Charbahali village is located in Puintala Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charbahali?
The Gram Panchayat of Charbahali is Durgapali.
What is the pincode of Charbahali?
The pincode of Charbahali is 767002.
What is the population of Charbahali?
Charbahali had a total population of 432, including 221 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Charbahali?
Charbahali had 118 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charbahali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charbahali was 71.88%. Male literacy was 82.14% and female literacy was 60.77%.