Charkapathar - Bagmundi, Purulia
Charkapathar is a village situated in the Bagmundi subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.1 km from Pathardihi and around 64.5 km from Purulia. Matha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charkapathar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charkapathar is 331636. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.66 hectares and falls under the 723152 pincode. Balarampur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Charkapathar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Charkapathar
According to the 2011 Census, Charkapathar village had a total population of 88 people, including 47 males and 41 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 872 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.23%, with male literacy at 80.95% and female literacy at 48.57%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 88.
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 | 88 | 47 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 88 | 47 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 51 | 34 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 13 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Charkapathar
Charkapathar 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 Charkapathar
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Charkapathar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balarampur to Charkapathar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Charkapathar is about 64.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charkapathar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charkapathar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Charkapathar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charkapathar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Charkapathar
Where is Charkapathar located?
Charkapathar village is located in Bagmundi Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Charkapathar?
The Gram Panchayat of Charkapathar is Matha.
What is the pincode of Charkapathar?
The pincode of Charkapathar is 723152.
What is the population of Charkapathar?
Charkapathar had a total population of 88, including 47 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Charkapathar?
Charkapathar had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charkapathar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charkapathar was 66.23%. Male literacy was 80.95% and female literacy was 48.57%.