Charhun

Charhun is a village located in Nadaun tehsil of Hamirpur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 25km away from district headquarter Nadaun. Nadaun is the sub-district headquarter of Charhun village. As per 2009 stats, Faste is the gram panchayat of Charhun village.

Here you can discover what makes Charhun unique in its vibrant Nadaun-Hamirpur region. You’ll see Charhun’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Charhun

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Charhun is 016844. The village spans a total geographical area of 54.79 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 177044. Nadaun is nearest town to Charhun village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Charhun village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Nadaun Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Charhun

According to the 2011 Census, Charhun has a total population of about 311, with approximately 149 males and 162 females. The sex ratio is around 1087 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 37 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 79.10%, with male literacy at about 83.89% and female literacy near 74.69%. There are around 69 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Charhun's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 311 149 162
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 37 21 16
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 246 125 121
Illiterate Population 65 24 41

Connectivity of Charhun

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Charhun. As per the 2011 stats, Charhun had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Charhun

Knowing the nearby villages of Charhun helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Charhun.

Frequently Asked Questions about Charhun

Where is Charhun located?
Charhun village is situated in Nadaun Tehsil, within the Hamirpur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charhun?
The Gram Panchayat of Charhun is Faste (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Charhun?
The pincode of Charhun is 177044, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Charhun as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Charhun is 311, with 149 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Charhun as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Charhun village has a total of 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charhun as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Charhun is 79.10%. The male literacy rate is 83.89%, while the female literacy rate is 74.69%.