Chara Bar - Bhagawanpur - I, Purba Medinipur
Chara Bar is a village situated in the Bhagawanpur - I subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Kotbarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chara Bar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chara Bar is 345507. The village covers a total geographical area of 115.71 hectares and falls under the 721626 pincode. Contai is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Chara Bar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhagabanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanthi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chara Bar
As per Census 2011, Chara Bar village has a total population of 1,681 people, consisting of 854 males and 827 females. The village has 362 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 189 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,262 literate and 419 illiterate residents. Additionally, 39 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chara Bar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,681 | 854 | 827 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 106 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,262 | 685 | 577 |
| Illiterate Population | 419 | 169 | 250 |
Nearby Villages of Chara Bar
Chara Bar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chara Bar
Chara Bar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Chara Bar.
| 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 Contai to Chara Bar is about 40 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 Chara Bar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chara Bar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chara Bar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chara Bar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chara Bar
Where is Chara Bar located?
Chara Bar village is located in Bhagawanpur - I Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chara Bar?
The Gram Panchayat of Chara Bar is Kotbarh.
What is the pincode of Chara Bar?
The pincode of Chara Bar is 721626.
What is the population of Chara Bar?
Chara Bar has a total population of 1,681, including 854 males and 827 females.
How many households are there in Chara Bar?
There are 362 households in Chara Bar.
What is the literacy rate in Chara Bar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chara Bar is 75.07%. Male literacy is 80.21% and female literacy is 69.77%.