Charpura - Kishanganj, Baran
Charpura is a village situated in the Kishanganj tehsil of Baran district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kishanganj and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Baran. Laxmipura Khankaraa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charpura is 103081. The village covers a total geographical area of 482.09 hectares and falls under the 325216 pincode. Baran is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Charpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Charpura
According to the 2011 Census, Charpura village had a total population of 110 people, including 55 males and 55 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.83%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 56.82%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 82.
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 | 110 | 55 | 55 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 82 | 40 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 67 | 42 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 13 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Charpura
Charpura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ranwasi | South | 2.05 km |
| Ranwasa | West | 2.67 km |
| Khankhara | North | 2.68 km |
| Chainpura | North-East | 2.88 km |
| Ganeshpura | North | 2.88 km |
| Jagdishpura | East | 3.83 km |
| Gajra Gajri | West | 3.99 km |
| Jaiswan | North-West | 4.80 km |
| Nayagaon @ Ramnagar | South-East | 5.22 km |
| Digoda | North-East | 5.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charpura
Charpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chajawa, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baran to Charpura is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charpura 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Charpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charpura 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Charpura
Where is Charpura located?
Charpura village is located in Kishanganj Tehsil, Baran district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Charpura is Laxmipura Khankaraa.
What is the pincode of Charpura?
The pincode of Charpura is 325216.
What is the population of Charpura?
Charpura had a total population of 110, including 55 males and 55 females.
How many households are there in Charpura?
Charpura had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charpura was 72.83%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 56.82%.