Charaghar - Lakhipur, Goalpara
Charaghar is a village situated in the Lakhipur subdivision of Goalpara district, Assam. It is located approximately 73 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhipur and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Goalpara. Khalisavita serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charaghar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charaghar is 281857. The village covers a total geographical area of 173.43 hectares and falls under the 783129 pincode. Lakhipur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Charaghar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaleswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhubri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charaghar
As per Census 2011, Charaghar village has a total population of 2,497 people, consisting of 1,247 males and 1,250 females. The village has 496 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 518 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,023 literate and 1,474 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charaghar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,497 | 1,247 | 1,250 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 518 | 233 | 285 |
| Literate Population | 1,023 | 574 | 449 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,474 | 673 | 801 |
Nearby Villages of Charaghar
Charaghar 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 Charaghar
Charaghar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhipur to Charaghar is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Goalpara to Charaghar is about 73 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 Charaghar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charaghar 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 Charaghar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charaghar 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Charaghar
Where is Charaghar located?
Charaghar village is located in Lakhipur Subdivision, Goalpara district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charaghar?
The Gram Panchayat of Charaghar is Khalisavita.
What is the pincode of Charaghar?
The pincode of Charaghar is 783129.
What is the population of Charaghar?
Charaghar has a total population of 2,497, including 1,247 males and 1,250 females.
How many households are there in Charaghar?
There are 496 households in Charaghar.
What is the literacy rate in Charaghar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charaghar is 40.97%. Male literacy is 46.03% and female literacy is 35.92%.