Charelia - Upleta, Rajkot
Charelia is a village situated in the Upleta taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Upleta and around 116 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Charelia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charelia is 513337. The village covers a total geographical area of 520.04 hectares and falls under the 360470 pincode. Bhayavadar is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Charelia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Charelia
As per Census 2011, Charelia village has a total population of 570 people, consisting of 322 males and 248 females. The village has 123 households and a sex ratio of 770 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 364 literate and 206 illiterate residents. Additionally, 183 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charelia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 570 | 322 | 248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 35 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 183 | 108 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 364 | 231 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 206 | 91 | 115 |
Nearby Villages of Charelia
Charelia 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 Charelia
Public transport in the Charelia is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Charelia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bhayavadar to Charelia is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Charelia is about 116 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charelia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charelia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Charelia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charelia 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Charelia
Where is Charelia located?
Charelia village is located in Upleta Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charelia?
Charelia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Charelia?
The pincode of Charelia is 360470.
What is the population of Charelia?
Charelia has a total population of 570, including 322 males and 248 females.
How many households are there in Charelia?
There are 123 households in Charelia.
What is the literacy rate in Charelia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charelia is 63.86%. Male literacy is 71.74% and female literacy is 53.63%.