Charichuan - Bamara, Sambalpur
Charichuan is a village situated in the Bamara tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from Govindpur and around 123 km from Sambalpur. Rangiatikra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charichuan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charichuan is 381333. The village covers a total geographical area of 133 hectares and falls under the 768221 pincode. Rajagangapur is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Charichuan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kuchinda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charichuan
According to the 2011 Census, Charichuan village had a total population of 170 people, including 84 males and 86 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 1,024 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.52%, with male literacy at 92.00% and female literacy at 64.86%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 153.
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 | 170 | 84 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 153 | 79 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 117 | 69 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 15 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Charichuan
Charichuan 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 Charichuan
Charichuan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Charichuan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajagangapur to Charichuan is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Charichuan is about 123 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charichuan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charichuan 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Charichuan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charichuan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Charichuan
Where is Charichuan located?
Charichuan village is located in Bamara Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Charichuan?
The Gram Panchayat of Charichuan is Rangiatikra.
What is the pincode of Charichuan?
The pincode of Charichuan is 768221.
What is the population of Charichuan?
Charichuan had a total population of 170, including 84 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Charichuan?
Charichuan had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charichuan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charichuan was 78.52%. Male literacy was 92.00% and female literacy was 64.86%.