Charda - Dhanera, Banas Kantha
Charda is a village situated in the Dhanera taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanera and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Charda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charda is 507629. The village covers a total geographical area of 1262.96 hectares and falls under the 385310 pincode. Dhanera is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Charda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charda
As per Census 2011, Charda village has a total population of 2,161 people, consisting of 1,101 males and 1,060 females. The village has 350 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 432 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 882 literate and 1,279 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,161 | 1,101 | 1,060 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 432 | 214 | 218 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 22 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 882 | 582 | 300 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,279 | 519 | 760 |
Nearby Villages of Charda
Charda 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 Charda
Charda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Charda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhanera to Charda is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Charda is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charda 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Charda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charda 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Charda
Where is Charda located?
Charda village is located in Dhanera Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charda?
Charda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Charda?
The pincode of Charda is 385310.
What is the population of Charda?
Charda has a total population of 2,161, including 1,101 males and 1,060 females.
How many households are there in Charda?
There are 350 households in Charda.
What is the literacy rate in Charda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charda is 40.81%. Male literacy is 52.86% and female literacy is 28.30%.