Charbhati - Junagarh, Kalahandi
Charbhati is a village situated in the Junagarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Junagarh and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Rajpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charbhati village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charbhati is 423832. The village covers a total geographical area of 390 hectares and falls under the 766014 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Charbhati village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Junagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charbhati
As per Census 2011, Charbhati village has a total population of 1,461 people, consisting of 697 males and 764 females. The village has 385 households and a sex ratio of 1,096 females per 1,000 males. There are 220 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 652 literate and 809 illiterate residents. Additionally, 180 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 372 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charbhati are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,461 | 697 | 764 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 106 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 180 | 85 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 372 | 172 | 200 |
| Literate Population | 652 | 406 | 246 |
| Illiterate Population | 809 | 291 | 518 |
Nearby Villages of Charbhati
Charbhati 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kulihari | North | 1.46 km |
| Pitaguda | East | 1.81 km |
| Kandhasargiguda | South | 1.85 km |
| Bramhaniguda | North-West | 2.03 km |
| Kadopadar | South | 2.16 km |
| Dabjharan | West | 2.19 km |
| Tentulikhunti | South-East | 2.30 km |
| Kaleigaon | North | 2.54 km |
| Sandumerbahal | North-East | 2.68 km |
| Madhubanpur | North | 2.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charbhati
Charbhati is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.7 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 Junagarh to Charbhati is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Charbhati is about 40 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 Charbhati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charbhati village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Charbhati
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charbhati 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Charbhati
Where is Charbhati located?
Charbhati village is located in Junagarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charbhati?
The Gram Panchayat of Charbhati is Rajpur.
What is the pincode of Charbhati?
The pincode of Charbhati is 766014.
What is the population of Charbhati?
Charbhati has a total population of 1,461, including 697 males and 764 females.
How many households are there in Charbhati?
There are 385 households in Charbhati.
What is the literacy rate in Charbhati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charbhati is 44.63%. Male literacy is 58.25% and female literacy is 32.20%.