Charakhdi - Gondal, Rajkot
Charakhdi is a village situated in the Gondal taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gondal and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Charakhdi / Padvla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charakhdi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charakhdi is 513239. The village covers a total geographical area of 2606.27 hectares and falls under the 360311 pincode. Gondal is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Charakhdi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gondal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charakhdi
According to the 2011 Census, Charakhdi village had a total population of 4,213 people, including 2,230 males and 1,983 females, living in 875 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.65%, with male literacy at 83.75% and female literacy at 73.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 204, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 10.
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 | 4,213 | 2,230 | 1,983 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 386 | 224 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 204 | 102 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 3,010 | 1,680 | 1,330 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,203 | 550 | 653 |
Nearby Villages of Charakhdi
Charakhdi 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 Charakhdi
Charakhdi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Gondal to Charakhdi is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Charakhdi is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charakhdi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charakhdi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Charakhdi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charakhdi 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Charakhdi
Where is Charakhdi located?
Charakhdi village is located in Gondal Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Charakhdi?
The Gram Panchayat of Charakhdi is Charakhdi / Padvla.
What is the pincode of Charakhdi?
The pincode of Charakhdi is 360311.
What is the population of Charakhdi?
Charakhdi had a total population of 4,213, including 2,230 males and 1,983 females.
How many households are there in Charakhdi?
Charakhdi had 875 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charakhdi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charakhdi was 78.65%. Male literacy was 83.75% and female literacy was 73.04%.