Charapai Village - Kalyanasingpur, Rayagada
Charapai is a village situated in the Kalyanasingpur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalyanasingpur and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Serigumma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charapai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charapai is 425695. The village covers a total geographical area of 146 hectares and falls under the 765017 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Charapai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charapai
As per Census 2011, Charapai village has a total population of 331 people, consisting of 150 males and 181 females. The village has 69 households and a sex ratio of 1,206 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 59 literate and 272 illiterate residents. Additionally, 44 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 278 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charapai are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 331 | 150 | 181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 26 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 18 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 278 | 127 | 151 |
| Literate Population | 59 | 33 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 272 | 117 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Charapai
Charapai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Parlapai | South-East | 0.94 km |
| Kurkuti | North | 1.04 km |
| Tumbitarai | North-East | 1.18 km |
| Sembri | East | 1.45 km |
| Bhalumaska | North-East | 2.07 km |
| Bisipaska | North | 2.74 km |
| Pendapaska | North | 3.62 km |
| Birida | North | 4.32 km |
| Kotalanga | North | 5.30 km |
| Kanipai | North | 6.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charapai
Charapai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bhalumaska, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Rayagada to Charapai is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Charapai is about 34 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 Charapai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charapai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Charapai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charapai 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Charapai
Where is Charapai located?
Charapai village is located in Kalyanasingpur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charapai?
The Gram Panchayat of Charapai is Serigumma.
What is the pincode of Charapai?
The pincode of Charapai is 765017.
What is the population of Charapai?
Charapai has a total population of 331, including 150 males and 181 females.
How many households are there in Charapai?
There are 69 households in Charapai.
What is the literacy rate in Charapai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charapai is 17.82%. Male literacy is 22.00% and female literacy is 14.36%.