Charbhati - Kochinda, Sambalpur
Charbhati is a village situated in the Kochinda tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kochinda and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Boxama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charbhati village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charbhati is 381563. The village covers a total geographical area of 198 hectares and falls under the 768222 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Charbhati 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 Charbhati
According to the 2011 Census, Charbhati village had a total population of 490 people, including 251 males and 239 females, living in 131 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.12%, with male literacy at 74.09% and female literacy at 57.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 297.
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 | 490 | 251 | 239 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 31 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 6 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 297 | 154 | 143 |
| Literate Population | 283 | 163 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 207 | 88 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Charbhati
Charbhati 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kelda | South-West | 1.82 km |
| Lad | East | 2.06 km |
| Tainsar | South-East | 2.10 km |
| Lasa | West | 2.22 km |
| Chandanimal | South-West | 3.59 km |
| Kirasasan | West | 3.68 km |
| Lachhimal | South | 3.69 km |
| Nagrabahal | South-West | 3.85 km |
| Baxma | South-East | 4.14 km |
| Subarnapali | South | 4.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charbhati
Public transport in the Charbhati is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Panpali, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Kochinda to Charbhati is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Charbhati is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charbhati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charbhati village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Charbhati
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charbhati 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 Charbhati
Where is Charbhati located?
Charbhati village is located in Kochinda Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charbhati?
The Gram Panchayat of Charbhati is Boxama.
What is the pincode of Charbhati?
The pincode of Charbhati is 768222.
What is the population of Charbhati?
Charbhati had a total population of 490, including 251 males and 239 females.
How many households are there in Charbhati?
Charbhati had 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charbhati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charbhati was 66.12%. Male literacy was 74.09% and female literacy was 57.69%.