Charitaraf - Tihidi, Bhadrak
Charitaraf is a village situated in the Tihidi tehsil of Bhadrak district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tihidi and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Bhadrak. Rajnagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charitaraf village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charitaraf is 395216. The village covers a total geographical area of 164 hectares and falls under the 756130 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Charitaraf village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandabali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charitaraf
According to the 2011 Census, Charitaraf village had a total population of 1,334 people, including 677 males and 657 females, living in 249 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.37%, with male literacy at 93.87% and female literacy at 80.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 111.
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 | 1,334 | 677 | 657 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 90 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 56 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,017 | 551 | 466 |
| Illiterate Population | 317 | 126 | 191 |
Nearby Villages of Charitaraf
Charitaraf 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajnagar | East | 0.91 km |
| Baharpal | South | 0.97 km |
| Darapur | North | 1.37 km |
| Samantaraipur | West | 1.64 km |
| Laxmiprasad | South-West | 1.74 km |
| Sapanibindha | North-East | 1.78 km |
| Gurudaspur | South-East | 1.96 km |
| Jamjodi | North-East | 2.32 km |
| Bhanupur | North-West | 2.34 km |
| Khadijan | South-West | 2.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charitaraf
Public transport in the Charitaraf is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhadrakh, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 97.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadrak to Charitaraf is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhadrak to Charitaraf is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charitaraf
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charitaraf village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Charitaraf
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charitaraf village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Charitaraf
Where is Charitaraf located?
Charitaraf village is located in Tihidi Tehsil, Bhadrak district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Charitaraf?
The Gram Panchayat of Charitaraf is Rajnagar.
What is the pincode of Charitaraf?
The pincode of Charitaraf is 756130.
What is the population of Charitaraf?
Charitaraf had a total population of 1,334, including 677 males and 657 females.
How many households are there in Charitaraf?
Charitaraf had 249 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charitaraf?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charitaraf was 87.37%. Male literacy was 93.87% and female literacy was 80.76%.