Char Village - Keshod, Junagadh
Char is a village situated in the Keshod taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Keshod and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Char village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Char is 514761. The village covers a total geographical area of 1103.8 hectares and falls under the 362220 pincode. Keshod is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Char village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Keshod Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Char
As per Census 2011, Char village has a total population of 2,739 people, consisting of 1,389 males and 1,350 females. The village has 547 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 312 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,801 literate and 938 illiterate residents. Additionally, 169 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 361 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Char are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,739 | 1,389 | 1,350 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 312 | 169 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 169 | 88 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 361 | 176 | 185 |
| Literate Population | 1,801 | 1,031 | 770 |
| Illiterate Population | 938 | 358 | 580 |
Nearby Villages of Char
Char 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 Char
Char 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 Char.
| 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 Keshod to Char is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Char 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 Char
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Char village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Char
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Char village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Char
Where is Char located?
Char village is located in Keshod Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Char?
Char is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Char?
The pincode of Char is 362220.
What is the population of Char?
Char has a total population of 2,739, including 1,389 males and 1,350 females.
How many households are there in Char?
There are 547 households in Char.
What is the literacy rate in Char?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Char is 65.75%. Male literacy is 74.23% and female literacy is 57.04%.