Charanki - Ranpur, Botad
Charanki is a village situated in the Ranpur taluka of Botad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from Ranpur and around 130 km from Ahmadabad. Charanki village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charanki is 511842. The village covers a total geographical area of 1283.11 hectares and falls under the 382450 pincode. Botad is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Charanki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhandhuka Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charanki
According to the 2011 Census, Charanki village had a total population of 1,751 people, including 885 males and 866 females, living in 315 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.60%, with male literacy at 75.86% and female literacy at 48.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 191.
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 | 1,751 | 885 | 866 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 259 | 127 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 191 | 92 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 934 | 575 | 359 |
| Illiterate Population | 817 | 310 | 507 |
Nearby Villages of Charanki
Charanki 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 Charanki
Public transport in the Charanki is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Charanki.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Botad to Charanki is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadabad to Charanki is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charanki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charanki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Charanki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charanki village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Charanki
Where is Charanki located?
Charanki village is located in Ranpur Taluka, Botad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charanki?
Charanki is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Charanki?
The pincode of Charanki is 382450.
What is the population of Charanki?
Charanki had a total population of 1,751, including 885 males and 866 females.
How many households are there in Charanki?
Charanki had 315 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charanki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charanki was 62.60%. Male literacy was 75.86% and female literacy was 48.91%.