Charada - Mansa, Gandhinagar
Charada is a village situated in the Mansa taluka of Gandhinagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mansa and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Gandhinagar. Charada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charada is 511203. The village covers a total geographical area of 1766.64 hectares and falls under the 382810 pincode. Mansa is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Charada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mansa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahesana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charada
As per Census 2011, Charada village has a total population of 10,595 people, consisting of 5,528 males and 5,067 females. The village has 2,190 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,131 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7,642 literate and 2,953 illiterate residents. Additionally, 651 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 60 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,595 | 5,528 | 5,067 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,131 | 644 | 487 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 651 | 343 | 308 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 60 | 30 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 7,642 | 4,381 | 3,261 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,953 | 1,147 | 1,806 |
Nearby Villages of Charada
Charada 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 Charada
Charada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Charada.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mansa to Charada is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gandhinagar to Charada is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Charada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Charada
Where is Charada located?
Charada village is located in Mansa Taluka, Gandhinagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charada?
Charada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Charada?
The pincode of Charada is 382810.
What is the population of Charada?
Charada has a total population of 10,595, including 5,528 males and 5,067 females.
How many households are there in Charada?
There are 2,190 households in Charada.
What is the literacy rate in Charada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charada is 72.13%. Male literacy is 79.25% and female literacy is 64.36%.