Char Charabari - Dhupguri, Jalpaiguri
Char Charabari is a village situated in the Dhupguri subdivision of Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhupguri and around 33.4 km from the district headquarters in Jalpaiguri . Gadhearkuthi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Char Charabari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Char Charabari is 307466. The village covers a total geographical area of 364.1 hectares and falls under the 735210 pincode. Dhupguri is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Char Charabari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhupguri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalpaiguri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Char Charabari
As per Census 2011, Char Charabari village has a total population of 3,154 people, consisting of 1,617 males and 1,537 females. The village has 724 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 499 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,818 literate and 1,336 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,074 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 60 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Char Charabari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,154 | 1,617 | 1,537 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 499 | 266 | 233 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,074 | 1,575 | 1,499 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 60 | 34 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 1,818 | 1,031 | 787 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,336 | 586 | 750 |
Nearby Villages of Char Charabari
Char Charabari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhandani | South | 1.93 km |
| Dakshin Jharalta | East | 2.06 km |
| Gadhear Kuti | West | 2.21 km |
| Bagribari | South-West | 2.33 km |
| Paschim Daukimari | North | 2.37 km |
| Madhya Daukimari | North | 2.51 km |
| Kursamari | South | 2.92 km |
| Tuklimari | South-East | 2.96 km |
| Chauhaddi | North-West | 3.05 km |
| Purbba Daukimari | North-East | 3.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Char Charabari
Char Charabari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Altagram, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhupguri to Char Charabari is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Char Charabari is about 33.4 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 Char Charabari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Char Charabari 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Char Charabari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Char Charabari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Char Charabari
Where is Char Charabari located?
Char Charabari village is located in Dhupguri Subdivision, Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Char Charabari?
The Gram Panchayat of Char Charabari is Gadhearkuthi.
What is the pincode of Char Charabari?
The pincode of Char Charabari is 735210.
What is the population of Char Charabari?
Char Charabari has a total population of 3,154, including 1,617 males and 1,537 females.
How many households are there in Char Charabari?
There are 724 households in Char Charabari.
What is the literacy rate in Char Charabari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Char Charabari is 57.64%. Male literacy is 63.76% and female literacy is 51.20%.