Charanbandh - Raghunathpur - II, Purulia
Charanbandh is a village situated in the Raghunathpur - II subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7 km from Raghunathpur and around 74 km from Purulia. Nildih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charanbandh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charanbandh is 330226. The village covers a total geographical area of 84.46 hectares and falls under the 723145 pincode. Raghunathpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Charanbandh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Para Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Purulia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charanbandh
As per Census 2011, Charanbandh village has a total population of 569 people, consisting of 293 males and 276 females. The village has 104 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 81 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 331 literate and 238 illiterate residents. Additionally, 135 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 218 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charanbandh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 569 | 293 | 276 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 46 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 135 | 70 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 218 | 109 | 109 |
| Literate Population | 331 | 210 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 238 | 83 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Charanbandh
Charanbandh 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 Charanbandh
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Charanbandh. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Charanbandh.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raghunathpur to Charanbandh is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Charanbandh is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charanbandh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charanbandh 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 Charanbandh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charanbandh 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Charanbandh
Where is Charanbandh located?
Charanbandh village is located in Raghunathpur - II Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charanbandh?
The Gram Panchayat of Charanbandh is Nildih.
What is the pincode of Charanbandh?
The pincode of Charanbandh is 723145.
What is the population of Charanbandh?
Charanbandh has a total population of 569, including 293 males and 276 females.
How many households are there in Charanbandh?
There are 104 households in Charanbandh.
What is the literacy rate in Charanbandh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charanbandh is 58.17%. Male literacy is 71.67% and female literacy is 43.84%.