Charowa - Gaya Town C.D.Block, Gaya
Charowa is a village situated in the Gaya Town C.D.Block subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaya Town C.d.block and around 5 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Dhansir serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charowa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charowa is 255393. The village covers a total geographical area of 326 hectares and falls under the 823001 pincode. Gaya is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Charowa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Belaganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gaya Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charowa
According to the 2011 Census, Charowa village had a total population of 1,398 people, including 720 males and 678 females, living in 271 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.07%, with male literacy at 78.39% and female literacy at 67.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 845.
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 | 1,398 | 720 | 678 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 295 | 160 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 845 | 434 | 411 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 806 | 439 | 367 |
| Illiterate Population | 592 | 281 | 311 |
Nearby Villages of Charowa
Charowa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghazipur | North-East | 0.83 km |
| Bagdaha | South | 1.21 km |
| Bishunganj | North-West | 1.41 km |
| Chaurahar | North | 1.48 km |
| Hario | North-East | 2.04 km |
| Belthu | West | 2.21 km |
| Nawan | South-West | 2.23 km |
| Sijua | South | 2.32 km |
| Bhaiya Bigha | South | 2.39 km |
| Dhansir | North-West | 2.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charowa
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Charowa. The nearest railway station is West Cabin Gaya, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 128.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Gaya to Charowa is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charowa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charowa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Charowa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charowa 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Charowa
Where is Charowa located?
Charowa village is located in Gaya Town C.D.Block Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charowa?
The Gram Panchayat of Charowa is Dhansir.
What is the pincode of Charowa?
The pincode of Charowa is 823001.
What is the population of Charowa?
Charowa had a total population of 1,398, including 720 males and 678 females.
How many households are there in Charowa?
Charowa had 271 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charowa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charowa was 73.07%. Male literacy was 78.39% and female literacy was 67.59%.