Charda
Charda is a village located in Tharad taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Tharad (tehsildar office) and 105km away from district headquarter Palanpur. As per 2009 stats, Charda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Charda unique in its vibrant Tharad-Banas Kantha region. You’ll see Charda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Charda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Charda is 507594. The village spans a total geographical area of 1627.58 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385565. Tharad is nearest town to Charda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Charda 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 Tharad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Charda
Population of Charda
According to the 2011 Census, Charda has a total population of about 2,947, with approximately 1,501 males and 1,446 females. The sex ratio is around 963 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 575 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 458 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 128. The overall literacy rate is approximately 40.55%, with male literacy at about 51.70% and female literacy near 28.98%. There are around 524 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Charda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,947 | 1,501 | 1,446 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 575 | 297 | 278 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 458 | 231 | 227 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 128 | 57 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 1,195 | 776 | 419 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,752 | 725 | 1,027 |
Connectivity of Charda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Charda. As per the 2011 stats, Charda 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Charda
Knowing the nearby villages of Charda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Charda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Charda
- Where is Charda located?
- Charda village is situated in Tharad Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Charda?
- Charda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Charda?
- The pincode of Charda is 385565, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Charda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Charda is 2,947, with 1,501 males and 1,446 females.
- How many households are there in Charda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Charda village has a total of 524 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Charda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Charda is 40.55%. The male literacy rate is 51.70%, while the female literacy rate is 28.98%.