Charada - Santrampur, Mahisagar
Charada is a village situated in the Santrampur taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Santrampur and around 65 km from Godhra. Anjanwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charada is 518108. The village covers a total geographical area of 354.56 hectares and falls under the 389110 pincode. Santrampur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Charada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Morva hadaf Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Panchmahal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charada
According to the 2011 Census, Charada village had a total population of 910 people, including 466 males and 444 females, living in 163 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.57%, with male literacy at 87.20% and female literacy at 57.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 889.
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 | 910 | 466 | 444 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 91 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 889 | 454 | 435 |
| Literate Population | 537 | 327 | 210 |
| Illiterate Population | 373 | 139 | 234 |
Nearby Villages of Charada
Charada 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 Charada
Public transport in the Charada 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 Santrampur to Charada is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Charada is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Charada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Charada
Where is Charada located?
Charada village is located in Santrampur Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Charada?
The Gram Panchayat of Charada is Anjanwa.
What is the pincode of Charada?
The pincode of Charada is 389110.
What is the population of Charada?
Charada had a total population of 910, including 466 males and 444 females.
How many households are there in Charada?
Charada had 163 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charada was 72.57%. Male literacy was 87.20% and female literacy was 57.53%.