Charantungi - Lalpur, Jamnagar
Charantungi is a village situated in the Lalpur taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lalpur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Jamnagar. Charantungi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charantungi is 513897. The village covers a total geographical area of 572 hectares and falls under the 361280 pincode. Khambhalia is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Charantungi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jamjodhpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charantungi
According to the 2011 Census, Charantungi village had a total population of 911 people, including 474 males and 437 females, living in 149 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.31%, with male literacy at 81.98% and female literacy at 54.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18.
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 | 911 | 474 | 437 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 80 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 528 | 323 | 205 |
| Illiterate Population | 383 | 151 | 232 |
Nearby Villages of Charantungi
Charantungi 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 Charantungi
Public transport in the Charantungi is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Charantungi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khambhalia to Charantungi is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Charantungi is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charantungi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charantungi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Charantungi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charantungi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Charantungi
Where is Charantungi located?
Charantungi village is located in Lalpur Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charantungi?
Charantungi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Charantungi?
The pincode of Charantungi is 361280.
What is the population of Charantungi?
Charantungi had a total population of 911, including 474 males and 437 females.
How many households are there in Charantungi?
Charantungi had 149 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charantungi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charantungi was 68.31%. Male literacy was 81.98% and female literacy was 54.09%.