Charanka - Santalpur, Patan
Charanka is a village situated in the Santalpur taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Santalpur and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Patan. Charanka village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charanka is 508604. The village covers a total geographical area of 4097.9 hectares and falls under the 385350 pincode. Radhanpur is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Charanka 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 Charanka
According to the 2011 Census, Charanka village had a total population of 1,233 people, including 663 males and 570 females, living in 242 households. The sex ratio was 860 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.42%, with male literacy at 71.27% and female literacy at 43.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4.
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 | 1,233 | 663 | 570 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 247 | 134 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 576 | 377 | 199 |
| Illiterate Population | 657 | 286 | 371 |
Nearby Villages of Charanka
Charanka 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 Charanka
Public transport in the Charanka 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 Radhanpur to Charanka is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Charanka is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charanka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charanka 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 Charanka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charanka 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Charanka
Where is Charanka located?
Charanka village is located in Santalpur Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charanka?
Charanka is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Charanka?
The pincode of Charanka is 385350.
What is the population of Charanka?
Charanka had a total population of 1,233, including 663 males and 570 females.
How many households are there in Charanka?
Charanka had 242 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charanka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charanka was 58.42%. Male literacy was 71.27% and female literacy was 43.54%.