Charki - Manbazar - I, Purulia
Charki is a village situated in the Manbazar - I subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 2.8 km from Manbazar and around 52.2 km from Purulia. Manbazar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charki is 332154. The village covers a total geographical area of 21.22 hectares and falls under the 723131 pincode. Purulia is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Charki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Charki
According to the 2011 Census, Charki village had a total population of 371 people, including 191 males and 180 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.78%, with male literacy at 90.45% and female literacy at 76.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 252, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 371 | 191 | 180 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 13 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 252 | 129 | 123 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 279 | 161 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 30 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Charki
Charki 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 Charki
Charki is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Purulia to Charki is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Charki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charki village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Charki
Where is Charki located?
Charki village is located in Manbazar - I Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Charki?
The Gram Panchayat of Charki is Manbazar.
What is the pincode of Charki?
The pincode of Charki is 723131.
What is the population of Charki?
Charki had a total population of 371, including 191 males and 180 females.
How many households are there in Charki?
Charki had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charki was 83.78%. Male literacy was 90.45% and female literacy was 76.13%.