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
As per Census 2011, Charni village has a total population of 1,411 people, consisting of 706 males and 705 females. The village has 272 households and a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males. There are 169 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 821 literate and 590 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,411 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,411 | 706 | 705 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 80 | 89 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,411, including 706 males and 705 females.
How many households are there in Charni?
There are 272 households in Charni.
What is the literacy rate in Charni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charni is 58.19%. Male literacy is 69.26% and female literacy is 47.09%.