Charpali - Lakhanpur, Jharsuguda
Charpali is a village situated in the Lakhanpur tehsil of Jharsuguda district, Odisha. It is located approximately 60 km from Rengali and around 95 km from Jharsuguda. Charpali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charpali is 380993. The village covers a total geographical area of 154 hectares and falls under the 768226 pincode. Belpahar is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Charpali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Brajarajnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charpali
According to the 2011 Census, Charpali village had a total population of 541 people, including 274 males and 267 females, living in 132 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.80%, with male literacy at 92.98% and female literacy at 72.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 295, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 83.
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 | 541 | 274 | 267 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 32 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 295 | 156 | 139 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 83 | 37 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 390 | 225 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 151 | 49 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Charpali
Charpali is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Charpali
Charpali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Belpahar to Charpali is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jharsuguda to Charpali is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charpali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charpali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Charpali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charpali 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Charpali
Where is Charpali located?
Charpali village is located in Lakhanpur Tehsil, Jharsuguda district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charpali?
Charpali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Charpali?
The pincode of Charpali is 768226.
What is the population of Charpali?
Charpali had a total population of 541, including 274 males and 267 females.
How many households are there in Charpali?
Charpali had 132 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charpali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charpali was 82.80%. Male literacy was 92.98% and female literacy was 72.05%.