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. Vinchhivadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charda village.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Charda village had a total population of 2,161 people, including 1,101 males and 1,060 females, living in 350 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.01%, with male literacy at 65.61% and female literacy at 35.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 36.
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 | 2,161 | 1,101 | 1,060 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 432 | 214 | 218 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 22 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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?
The Gram Panchayat of Charda is Vinchhivadi.
What is the pincode of Charda?
The pincode of Charda is 385310.
What is the population of Charda?
Charda had a total population of 2,161, including 1,101 males and 1,060 females.
How many households are there in Charda?
Charda had 350 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charda was 51.01%. Male literacy was 65.61% and female literacy was 35.63%.