Chari - Godhar, Mahisagar
Chari is a village situated in the Godhar taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Shehera and around 40 km from Godhra. Chari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chari is 518409. The village covers a total geographical area of 290.51 hectares and falls under the 389210 pincode. Shehera is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Chari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chari
As per Census 2011, Chari village has a total population of 2,174 people, consisting of 1,103 males and 1,071 females. The village has 383 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 445 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,146 literate and 1,028 illiterate residents. Additionally, 92 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 622 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,174 | 1,103 | 1,071 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 445 | 251 | 194 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 41 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 622 | 306 | 316 |
| Literate Population | 1,146 | 679 | 467 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,028 | 424 | 604 |
Nearby Villages of Chari
Chari 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 Chari
Public transport in the Chari is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shehera to Chari is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Chari is about 40 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 Chari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chari 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 Chari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chari 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chari
Where is Chari located?
Chari village is located in Godhar Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chari?
Chari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chari?
The pincode of Chari is 389210.
What is the population of Chari?
Chari has a total population of 2,174, including 1,103 males and 1,071 females.
How many households are there in Chari?
There are 383 households in Chari.
What is the literacy rate in Chari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chari is 52.71%. Male literacy is 61.56% and female literacy is 43.60%.