Charkha - Babra, Amreli
Charkha is a village situated in the Babra taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Babra and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Charkha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charkha is 515450. The village covers a total geographical area of 2533.25 hectares and falls under the 365421 pincode. Babra is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Charkha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lathi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charkha
According to the 2011 Census, Charkha village had a total population of 3,721 people, including 1,882 males and 1,839 females, living in 689 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.51%, with male literacy at 74.62% and female literacy at 62.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 355, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Charkha
Charkha 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 Charkha
Public transport in the Charkha is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Babra to Charkha is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Charkha is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charkha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charkha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Charkha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charkha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Charkha
Where is Charkha located?
Charkha village is located in Babra Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Charkha?
Charkha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Charkha?
The pincode of Charkha is 365421.
What is the population of Charkha?
Charkha had a total population of 3,721, including 1,882 males and 1,839 females.
How many households are there in Charkha?
Charkha had 689 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charkha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charkha was 68.51%. Male literacy was 74.62% and female literacy was 62.30%.