Charamula(Choramula) - Kotpad, Koraput
Charamula(Choramula) is a village situated in the Kotpad tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotpad and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Kusumi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charamula(Choramula) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charamula(Choramula) is 428198. The village covers a total geographical area of 355 hectares and falls under the 764058 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Charamula(Choramula) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kotpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charamula(Choramula)
As per Census 2011, Charamula(Choramula) village has a total population of 1,366 people, consisting of 682 males and 684 females. The village has 313 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 213 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 627 literate and 739 illiterate residents. Additionally, 168 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 439 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charamula(Choramula) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,366 | 682 | 684 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 213 | 104 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 168 | 88 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 439 | 200 | 239 |
| Literate Population | 627 | 372 | 255 |
| Illiterate Population | 739 | 310 | 429 |
Nearby Villages of Charamula(Choramula)
Charamula(Choramula) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Makaput | North | 1.70 km |
| Bijrapalli | East | 1.85 km |
| Kuagam | East | 2.25 km |
| Bagchuan | North-West | 2.27 km |
| Mundipodar | South-West | 2.39 km |
| Nandigam | East | 3.09 km |
| Kurmakote | North-East | 3.45 km |
| Ghatarla | West | 3.58 km |
| Chitra | North | 4.20 km |
| Bobiya | West | 4.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charamula(Choramula)
Public transport in the Charamula(Choramula) is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khadapa, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunabeda to Charamula(Choramula) is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Charamula(Choramula) is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charamula(Choramula)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charamula(Choramula) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Charamula(Choramula)
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(Choramula) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Charamula(Choramula)
Where is Charamula(Choramula) located?
Charamula(Choramula) village is located in Kotpad Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charamula(Choramula)?
The Gram Panchayat of Charamula(Choramula) is Kusumi.
What is the pincode of Charamula(Choramula)?
The pincode of Charamula(Choramula) is 764058.
What is the population of Charamula(Choramula)?
Charamula(Choramula) has a total population of 1,366, including 682 males and 684 females.
How many households are there in Charamula(Choramula)?
There are 313 households in Charamula(Choramula).
What is the literacy rate in Charamula(Choramula)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charamula(Choramula) is 45.90%. Male literacy is 54.55% and female literacy is 37.28%.