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
According to the 2011 Census, Charipada village had a total population of 351 people, including 174 males and 177 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 1,017 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.32%, with male literacy at 92.21% and female literacy at 59.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 71, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 238.
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 | 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 had a total population of 351, including 174 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Charipada?
Charipada had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charipada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charipada was 75.32%. Male literacy was 92.21% and female literacy was 59.26%.