Charislampur - Berhampore, Murshidabad
Charislampur is a village situated in the Berhampore subdivision of Murshidabad district, West Bengal. Madanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charislampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charislampur is 315438. The village covers a total geographical area of 148.4 hectares and falls under the 742304 pincode. Berhampore is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Charislampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hariharpara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Murshidabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charislampur
According to the 2011 Census, Charislampur village had a total population of 110 people, including 56 males and 54 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.73%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 70.21%.
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 | 56 | 54 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 72 | 39 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 17 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Charislampur
Charislampur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ganti Baisnab Charan | North-West | 0.97 km |
| Kaladanga | West | 1.38 km |
| Garamgari | South | 1.98 km |
| Borakuli | North | 2.30 km |
| Baradaha | West | 2.74 km |
| Char Harharia | South-East | 2.74 km |
| Balumati | North-East | 3.00 km |
| Baliharpur | South-West | 3.02 km |
| Tekaraipur | North | 3.16 km |
| Nidhi Nagar Sarsabad | South | 3.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charislampur
Public transport in the Charislampur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Murshidabad, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Berhampore to Charislampur is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charislampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charislampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Charislampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charislampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Charislampur
Where is Charislampur located?
Charislampur village is located in Berhampore Subdivision, Murshidabad district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charislampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Charislampur is Madanpur.
What is the pincode of Charislampur?
The pincode of Charislampur is 742304.
What is the population of Charislampur?
Charislampur had a total population of 110, including 56 males and 54 females.
How many households are there in Charislampur?
Charislampur had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charislampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charislampur was 72.73%. Male literacy was 75.00% and female literacy was 70.21%.