Charaniya - Jetpur, Rajkot
Charaniya is a village situated in the Jetpur taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jetpur and around 94 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Charaniya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charaniya is 513433. The village covers a total geographical area of 1801.22 hectares and falls under the 365480 pincode. Jetpur is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Charaniya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jetpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charaniya
According to the 2011 Census, Charaniya village had a total population of 2,808 people, including 1,445 males and 1,363 females, living in 590 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.92%, with male literacy at 77.07% and female literacy at 62.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 266, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 2,808 | 1,445 | 1,363 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 268 | 150 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 266 | 136 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,776 | 998 | 778 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,032 | 447 | 585 |
Nearby Villages of Charaniya
Charaniya 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 Charaniya
Charaniya 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 Jetpur to Charaniya is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Charaniya is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charaniya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charaniya 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 Charaniya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charaniya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Charaniya
Where is Charaniya located?
Charaniya village is located in Jetpur Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Charaniya?
Charaniya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Charaniya?
The pincode of Charaniya is 365480.
What is the population of Charaniya?
Charaniya had a total population of 2,808, including 1,445 males and 1,363 females.
How many households are there in Charaniya?
Charaniya had 590 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charaniya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charaniya was 69.92%. Male literacy was 77.07% and female literacy was 62.49%.