Charup - Saraswati, Patan
Charup is a village situated in the Saraswati taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from Patan and around 12 km from Patan. Charup village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charup is 508823. The village covers a total geographical area of 1237.71 hectares and falls under the 384285 pincode. Patan is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Charup village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sidhpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charup
As per Census 2011, Charup village has a total population of 2,798 people, consisting of 1,427 males and 1,371 females. The village has 597 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 334 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,986 literate and 812 illiterate residents. Additionally, 170 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charup are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,798 | 1,427 | 1,371 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 334 | 183 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 170 | 90 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,986 | 1,118 | 868 |
| Illiterate Population | 812 | 309 | 503 |
Nearby Villages of Charup
Charup 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 Charup
Charup is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Charup.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Patan to Charup is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charup
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charup village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Charup
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charup 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Charup
Where is Charup located?
Charup village is located in Saraswati Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charup?
Charup is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Charup?
The pincode of Charup is 384285.
What is the population of Charup?
Charup has a total population of 2,798, including 1,427 males and 1,371 females.
How many households are there in Charup?
There are 597 households in Charup.
What is the literacy rate in Charup?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charup is 70.98%. Male literacy is 78.35% and female literacy is 63.31%.