Charangam (Namnar) - Lunawada, Mahisagar
Charangam (Namnar) is a village situated in the Lunawada taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Lunawada and around 60 km from Godhra. Charangam (Namnar) village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charangam (Namnar) is 518328. The village covers a total geographical area of 676.99 hectares and falls under the 388270 pincode. Balasinor is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Charangam (Namnar) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lunawada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Panchmahal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charangam (Namnar)
As per Census 2011, Charangam (Namnar) village has a total population of 1,673 people, consisting of 845 males and 828 females. The village has 350 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 201 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,212 literate and 461 illiterate residents. Additionally, 260 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charangam (Namnar) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,673 | 845 | 828 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 104 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 260 | 119 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,212 | 671 | 541 |
| Illiterate Population | 461 | 174 | 287 |
Nearby Villages of Charangam (Namnar)
Charangam (Namnar) 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 Charangam (Namnar)
Public transport in the Charangam (Namnar) is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balasinor to Charangam (Namnar) is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Charangam (Namnar) is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charangam (Namnar)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charangam (Namnar) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Charangam (Namnar)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charangam (Namnar) 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 Charangam (Namnar)
Where is Charangam (Namnar) located?
Charangam (Namnar) village is located in Lunawada Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charangam (Namnar)?
Charangam (Namnar) is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Charangam (Namnar)?
The pincode of Charangam (Namnar) is 388270.
What is the population of Charangam (Namnar)?
Charangam (Namnar) has a total population of 1,673, including 845 males and 828 females.
How many households are there in Charangam (Namnar)?
There are 350 households in Charangam (Namnar).
What is the literacy rate in Charangam (Namnar)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charangam (Namnar) is 72.44%. Male literacy is 79.41% and female literacy is 65.34%.