Charni - Umarpada, Surat
Charni is a village situated in the Umarpada taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Umarpada and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Charni village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charni is 523886. The village covers a total geographical area of 232.8 hectares and falls under the 394445 pincode. Mandvi is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Charni 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 Charni
According to the 2011 Census, Charni village had a total population of 1,411 people, including 706 males and 705 females, living in 272 households. The sex ratio was 999 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.10%, with male literacy at 78.12% and female literacy at 53.90%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,411.
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 | 1,411 | 706 | 705 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 80 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,411 | 706 | 705 |
| Literate Population | 821 | 489 | 332 |
| Illiterate Population | 590 | 217 | 373 |
Nearby Villages of Charni
Charni 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 Charni
Charni 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mandvi to Charni is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Charni is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Charni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charni 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Charni
Where is Charni located?
Charni village is located in Umarpada Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charni?
Charni is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Charni?
The pincode of Charni is 394445.
What is the population of Charni?
Charni had a total population of 1,411, including 706 males and 705 females.
How many households are there in Charni?
Charni had 272 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charni was 66.10%. Male literacy was 78.12% and female literacy was 53.90%.