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
As per Census 2011, Charbhati village has a total population of 490 people, consisting of 251 males and 239 females. The village has 131 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 283 literate and 207 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 297 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charbhati are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 490, including 251 males and 239 females.
How many households are there in Charbhati?
There are 131 households in Charbhati.
What is the literacy rate in Charbhati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charbhati is 57.76%. Male literacy is 64.94% and female literacy is 50.21%.