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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Charki
As per Census 2011, Charki village has a total population of 371 people, consisting of 191 males and 180 females. The village has 80 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 279 literate and 92 illiterate residents. Additionally, 252 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charki are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 371, including 191 males and 180 females.
How many households are there in Charki?
There are 80 households in Charki.
What is the literacy rate in Charki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charki is 75.20%. Male literacy is 84.29% and female literacy is 65.56%.