Charetha - Mangrol, Surat
Charetha is a village situated in the Mangrol taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mangrol and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Shah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charetha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charetha is 523835. The village covers a total geographical area of 364.37 hectares and falls under the 394405 pincode. Kosamba is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Charetha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mangrol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charetha
As per Census 2011, Charetha village has a total population of 87 people, consisting of 44 males and 43 females. The village has 20 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 8 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 76 literate and 11 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charetha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 87 | 44 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 38 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 11 | 6 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Charetha
Charetha 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 Charetha
Charetha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kosamba to Charetha is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Charetha is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charetha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charetha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Charetha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charetha 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 Charetha
Where is Charetha located?
Charetha village is located in Mangrol Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charetha?
The Gram Panchayat of Charetha is Shah.
What is the pincode of Charetha?
The pincode of Charetha is 394405.
What is the population of Charetha?
Charetha has a total population of 87, including 44 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Charetha?
There are 20 households in Charetha.
What is the literacy rate in Charetha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charetha is 87.36%. Male literacy is 86.36% and female literacy is 88.37%.