Charanda - Santalpur, Patan
Charanda is a village situated in the Santalpur taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Santalpur and around 99 km from the district headquarters in Patan. Boruda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charanda is 508612. The village covers a total geographical area of 880.41 hectares and falls under the 385340 pincode. Bhabhar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Charanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kankrej Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charanda
According to the 2011 Census, Charanda village had a total population of 1,255 people, including 678 males and 577 females, living in 219 households. The sex ratio was 851 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.46%, with male literacy at 81.26% and female literacy at 60.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 102.
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 | 1,255 | 678 | 577 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 253 | 139 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 49 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 716 | 438 | 278 |
| Illiterate Population | 539 | 240 | 299 |
Nearby Villages of Charanda
Charanda 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 Charanda
Public transport in the Charanda 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 Bhabhar to Charanda is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Charanda is about 99 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charanda 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 Charanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Charanda
Where is Charanda located?
Charanda village is located in Santalpur Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Charanda is Boruda.
What is the pincode of Charanda?
The pincode of Charanda is 385340.
What is the population of Charanda?
Charanda had a total population of 1,255, including 678 males and 577 females.
How many households are there in Charanda?
Charanda had 219 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charanda was 71.46%. Male literacy was 81.26% and female literacy was 60.04%.