Charipada - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Charipada is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuripada and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Khajuripada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charipada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charipada is 415638. The village covers a total geographical area of 479 hectares and falls under the 762012 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Charipada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charipada
As per Census 2011, Charipada village has a total population of 351 people, consisting of 174 males and 177 females. The village has 86 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 238 literate and 113 illiterate residents. Additionally, 71 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 238 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charipada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 351 | 174 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 20 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 36 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 238 | 123 | 115 |
| Literate Population | 238 | 142 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 32 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Charipada
Charipada 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 Charipada
Public transport in the Charipada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Phulabani to Charipada is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Charipada is about 24 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 Charipada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charipada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Charipada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charipada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Charipada
Where is Charipada located?
Charipada village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charipada?
The Gram Panchayat of Charipada is Khajuripada.
What is the pincode of Charipada?
The pincode of Charipada is 762012.
What is the population of Charipada?
Charipada has a total population of 351, including 174 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Charipada?
There are 86 households in Charipada.
What is the literacy rate in Charipada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charipada is 67.81%. Male literacy is 81.61% and female literacy is 54.24%.