Charh - Makhdumpur, Jehanabad
Charh is a village situated in the Makhdumpur subdivision of Jehanabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Makhdumpur and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Jehanabad . Kumardih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charh is 260508. The village covers a total geographical area of 391 hectares and falls under the 804422 pincode. Makhdumpur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Charh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Makhdumpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jahanabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charh
As per Census 2011, Charh village has a total population of 3,158 people, consisting of 1,658 males and 1,500 females. The village has 502 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 493 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,936 literate and 1,222 illiterate residents. Additionally, 507 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,158 | 1,658 | 1,500 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 493 | 272 | 221 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 507 | 256 | 251 |
| Literate Population | 1,936 | 1,161 | 775 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,222 | 497 | 725 |
Nearby Villages of Charh
Charh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Punahda | North-West | 1.18 km |
| Lakhan Samha | East | 1.63 km |
| Gol Bigha | South-West | 1.67 km |
| Kankaria | South-East | 1.73 km |
| Gazipur | South | 1.83 km |
| Kazi Chak | South-West | 1.91 km |
| Sewati | South-West | 2.06 km |
| Pakri | North | 2.13 km |
| Sukna Bigha | West | 2.17 km |
| Newari | North-West | 2.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charh
Charh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tehta, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Makhdumpur to Charh is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jehanabad to Charh is about 17 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Charh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charh 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 Charh
Where is Charh located?
Charh village is located in Makhdumpur Subdivision, Jehanabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charh?
The Gram Panchayat of Charh is Kumardih.
What is the pincode of Charh?
The pincode of Charh is 804422.
What is the population of Charh?
Charh has a total population of 3,158, including 1,658 males and 1,500 females.
How many households are there in Charh?
There are 502 households in Charh.
What is the literacy rate in Charh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charh is 61.30%. Male literacy is 70.02% and female literacy is 51.67%.