Charmahula - Berhampore, Murshidabad
Charmahula is a village situated in the Berhampore subdivision of Murshidabad district, West Bengal. Rangamati Chandpara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charmahula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charmahula is 315354. The village covers a total geographical area of 194.57 hectares and falls under the 742405 pincode. Berhampore is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Charmahula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Beldanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baharampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charmahula
According to the 2011 Census, Charmahula village had a total population of 4,525 people, including 2,364 males and 2,161 females, living in 1,043 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.37%, with male literacy at 66.42% and female literacy at 44.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4,370, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 14.
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 | 4,525 | 2,364 | 2,161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 702 | 330 | 372 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4,370 | 2,287 | 2,083 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 2,155 | 1,351 | 804 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,370 | 1,013 | 1,357 |
Nearby Villages of Charmahula
Charmahula 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Parhalalpur | North-East | 1.01 km |
| Chak Dangapara | West | 1.42 km |
| Parkatalia | South | 1.49 km |
| Parkhidirpur | North | 1.53 km |
| Mahala | South-East | 1.60 km |
| Char Kudla | South-West | 1.62 km |
| Pakamati Mahula | West | 1.67 km |
| Char Khidirpur | North-West | 1.67 km |
| Khidirpur | North-East | 2.15 km |
| Chak Chandpara | North-West | 2.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charmahula
Charmahula is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kanthaliya Road, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Berhampore to Charmahula is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charmahula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charmahula 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 Charmahula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charmahula village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Charmahula
Where is Charmahula located?
Charmahula village is located in Berhampore Subdivision, Murshidabad district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charmahula?
The Gram Panchayat of Charmahula is Rangamati Chandpara.
What is the pincode of Charmahula?
The pincode of Charmahula is 742405.
What is the population of Charmahula?
Charmahula had a total population of 4,525, including 2,364 males and 2,161 females.
How many households are there in Charmahula?
Charmahula had 1,043 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charmahula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charmahula was 56.37%. Male literacy was 66.42% and female literacy was 44.94%.