Charingia - Jorhat West, Jorhat
Charingia is a village situated in the Jorhat West subdivision of Jorhat district, Assam. It is located approximately 15 km from Jorhat, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Dakhin Charaibahi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charingia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charingia is 293672. The village covers a total geographical area of 138.14 hectares and falls under the 785006 pincode. Jorhat is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Charingia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Teok Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jorhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charingia
According to the 2011 Census, Charingia village had a total population of 592 people, including 300 males and 292 females, living in 131 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 96.75%, with male literacy at 98.22% and female literacy at 95.22%.
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 | 592 | 300 | 292 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 535 | 276 | 259 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 24 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Charingia
Charingia 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 Charingia
Charingia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Charingia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jorhat to Charingia is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charingia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charingia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Charingia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charingia 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Charingia
Where is Charingia located?
Charingia village is located in Jorhat West Subdivision, Jorhat district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charingia?
The Gram Panchayat of Charingia is Dakhin Charaibahi.
What is the pincode of Charingia?
The pincode of Charingia is 785006.
What is the population of Charingia?
Charingia had a total population of 592, including 300 males and 292 females.
How many households are there in Charingia?
Charingia had 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charingia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charingia was 96.75%. Male literacy was 98.22% and female literacy was 95.22%.