Charanikhali - Basanti, South 24 Parganas
Charanikhali is a village situated in the Basanti subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.4 km from Sonakhali and around 62.6 km from Alipore. Uttar Mokamberia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charanikhali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charanikhali is 335077. The village covers a total geographical area of 211.7 hectares and falls under the 743312 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Charanikhali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basanti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charanikhali
As per Census 2011, Charanikhali village has a total population of 2,316 people, consisting of 1,207 males and 1,109 females. The village has 512 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 338 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,468 literate and 848 illiterate residents. Additionally, 971 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 84 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charanikhali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,316 | 1,207 | 1,109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 338 | 183 | 155 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 971 | 518 | 453 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 84 | 44 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 1,468 | 830 | 638 |
| Illiterate Population | 848 | 377 | 471 |
Nearby Villages of Charanikhali
Charanikhali is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Amratala | North | 2.38 km |
| Uttar Battala | North-West | 2.50 km |
| Sonakhali | East | 2.54 km |
| Parandar | South-East | 2.76 km |
| Budh Khali | South-West | 3.22 km |
| Tetultala | North | 3.36 km |
| Uttar Sonakhali | North-East | 3.45 km |
| Naliakhali | North | 3.92 km |
| Garkhali | North-West | 4.34 km |
| Krishnagar | South-East | 4.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charanikhali
Charanikhali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Canning, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Canning to Charanikhali is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Charanikhali is about 62.6 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 Charanikhali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charanikhali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Charanikhali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charanikhali 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Charanikhali
Where is Charanikhali located?
Charanikhali village is located in Basanti Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charanikhali?
The Gram Panchayat of Charanikhali is Uttar Mokamberia.
What is the pincode of Charanikhali?
The pincode of Charanikhali is 743312.
What is the population of Charanikhali?
Charanikhali has a total population of 2,316, including 1,207 males and 1,109 females.
How many households are there in Charanikhali?
There are 512 households in Charanikhali.
What is the literacy rate in Charanikhali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charanikhali is 63.39%. Male literacy is 68.77% and female literacy is 57.53%.