Charinangal - Darpan, Jajpur
Charinangal is a village situated in the Darpan tehsil of Jajpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 58 km from Balichandrapur and around 58 km from Jajapur . Charinangala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charinangal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charinangal is 401846. The village covers a total geographical area of 380 hectares and falls under the 754292 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Charinangal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barchana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jajpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charinangal
As per Census 2011, Charinangal village has a total population of 8,027 people, consisting of 4,074 males and 3,953 females. The village has 1,649 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,002 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,360 literate and 2,667 illiterate residents. Additionally, 587 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 300 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charinangal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,027 | 4,074 | 3,953 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,002 | 529 | 473 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 587 | 299 | 288 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 300 | 154 | 146 |
| Literate Population | 5,360 | 2,909 | 2,451 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,667 | 1,165 | 1,502 |
Nearby Villages of Charinangal
Charinangal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gahar Nagar | South-East | 1.48 km |
| Kalashree | East | 1.59 km |
| Nalipur | South | 2.04 km |
| Manduka | West | 2.17 km |
| Patarajapur | South-West | 2.28 km |
| Matakatpur | South-East | 2.54 km |
| Rukutipata | West | 2.54 km |
| Asia | North | 2.82 km |
| Baujanga | South | 2.89 km |
| Balichandrapur | South-West | 2.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charinangal
Charinangal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dhanmandal, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Cuttack to Charinangal is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jajapur to Charinangal is about 58 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 Charinangal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charinangal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Charinangal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charinangal 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 Charinangal
Where is Charinangal located?
Charinangal village is located in Darpan Tehsil, Jajpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charinangal?
The Gram Panchayat of Charinangal is Charinangala.
What is the pincode of Charinangal?
The pincode of Charinangal is 754292.
What is the population of Charinangal?
Charinangal has a total population of 8,027, including 4,074 males and 3,953 females.
How many households are there in Charinangal?
There are 1,649 households in Charinangal.
What is the literacy rate in Charinangal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charinangal is 66.77%. Male literacy is 71.40% and female literacy is 62.00%.