Charol - Kadi, Mahesana
Charol is a village situated in the Kadi taluka of Mahesana district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kadi and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Mahesana. Charol village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charol is 509651. The village covers a total geographical area of 1261.02 hectares and falls under the 382120 pincode. Kadi is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Charol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Charol
According to the 2011 Census, Charol village had a total population of 1,830 people, including 951 males and 879 females, living in 397 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.64%, with male literacy at 85.39% and female literacy at 52.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 136.
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 | 1,830 | 951 | 879 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 229 | 123 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 136 | 74 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,115 | 707 | 408 |
| Illiterate Population | 715 | 244 | 471 |
Nearby Villages of Charol
Charol 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 Charol
Public transport in the Charol is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Charol.
| 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 Kadi to Charol is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahesana to Charol is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Charol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Charol
Where is Charol located?
Charol village is located in Kadi Taluka, Mahesana district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Charol?
Charol is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Charol?
The pincode of Charol is 382120.
What is the population of Charol?
Charol had a total population of 1,830, including 951 males and 879 females.
How many households are there in Charol?
Charol had 397 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charol was 69.64%. Male literacy was 85.39% and female literacy was 52.78%.