Charkha
Charkha is a village located in Babra taluka of Amreli district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Babra (tehsildar office) and 41km away from district headquarter Amreli. As per 2009 stats, Charkha village is also a gram panchayat.
Charkha has its own place in the vibrant Amreli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Charkha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Charkha is 515450. The village spans a total geographical area of 2533.25 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 365421. Babra is nearest town to Charkha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
When it comes to local governance, Charkha village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Lathi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Amreli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Charkha
Population of Charkha
Below is a concise population overview of Charkha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,721 | 1,882 | 1,839 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 472 | 243 | 229 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 355 | 175 | 180 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,226 | 1,223 | 1,003 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,495 | 659 | 836 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Charkha village:
- The total population of Charkha village is around 3,721, including approximately 1,882 males and 1,839 females, with a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 472 children aged 0–6 years in Charkha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Charkha village has 355 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 6 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Charkha village is about 59.82%, with male literacy at 64.98% and female literacy at 54.54%.
- There are around 689 households in Charkha village.
Connectivity of Charkha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Charkha. As per the 2011 stats, Charkha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Charkha
Knowing the nearby villages of Charkha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Charkha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Charkha
- Where is Charkha located?
- Charkha village is situated in Babra Taluka, within the Amreli district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Charkha?
- Charkha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Charkha?
- The pincode of Charkha is 365421, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Charkha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Charkha is 3,721, with 1,882 males and 1,839 females.
- How many households are there in Charkha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Charkha village has a total of 689 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Charkha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Charkha is 59.82%. The male literacy rate is 64.98%, while the female literacy rate is 54.54%.