Charal - Sanand, Ahmedabad
Charal is a village situated in the Sanand taluka of Ahmedabad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from Sanand and around 40 km from Ahmadabad. Charal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charal is 511585. The village covers a total geographical area of 725.66 hectares and falls under the 382110 pincode. Sanand is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Charal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sanand Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gandhinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charal
According to the 2011 Census, Charal village had a total population of 1,985 people, including 997 males and 988 females, living in 419 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.11%, with male literacy at 83.89% and female literacy at 51.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 289.
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 | 1,985 | 997 | 988 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 279 | 128 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 289 | 149 | 140 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,162 | 729 | 433 |
| Illiterate Population | 823 | 268 | 555 |
Nearby Villages of Charal
Charal 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 Charal
Charal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Charal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sanand to Charal is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadabad to Charal is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Charal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Charal
Where is Charal located?
Charal village is located in Sanand Taluka, Ahmedabad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charal?
Charal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Charal?
The pincode of Charal is 382110.
What is the population of Charal?
Charal had a total population of 1,985, including 997 males and 988 females.
How many households are there in Charal?
Charal had 419 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charal was 68.11%. Male literacy was 83.89% and female literacy was 51.73%.