Charamula - Boriguma, Koraput
Charamula is a village situated in the Boriguma tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Bhairabsingipur and around 64 km from Koraput. Narigam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charamula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charamula is 428319. The village covers a total geographical area of 444 hectares and falls under the 764057 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Charamula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jeypore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charamula
As per Census 2011, Charamula village has a total population of 1,010 people, consisting of 495 males and 515 females. The village has 257 households and a sex ratio of 1,040 females per 1,000 males. There are 148 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 348 literate and 662 illiterate residents. Additionally, 201 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 162 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charamula are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,010 | 495 | 515 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 75 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 201 | 102 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 162 | 76 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 348 | 222 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 662 | 273 | 389 |
Nearby Villages of Charamula
Charamula 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sanasirisi | East | 1.95 km |
| Podapadar | South | 2.29 km |
| Ramapatraput | South-East | 2.89 km |
| Badasirisi | North-East | 2.93 km |
| Gumuda | North-East | 3.02 km |
| Nuagam | South-West | 3.27 km |
| Kamta | North-West | 3.38 km |
| Kiramguda | South-East | 3.86 km |
| Khuntiapalla | South | 3.91 km |
| Baghbeda | East | 4.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charamula
Charamula is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Maligura, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sunabeda to Charamula is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Charamula is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charamula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charamula village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Charamula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charamula 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Charamula
Where is Charamula located?
Charamula village is located in Boriguma Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charamula?
The Gram Panchayat of Charamula is Narigam.
What is the pincode of Charamula?
The pincode of Charamula is 764057.
What is the population of Charamula?
Charamula has a total population of 1,010, including 495 males and 515 females.
How many households are there in Charamula?
There are 257 households in Charamula.
What is the literacy rate in Charamula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charamula is 34.46%. Male literacy is 44.85% and female literacy is 24.47%.