Charjehar - Baroh, Kangra
Charjehar is a village situated in the Baroh tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Kharat Khas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charjehar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charjehar is 010086. The village covers a total geographical area of 102.36 hectares and falls under the 176054 pincode. Nagrota Bagwan is the nearest town.
Charjehar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nagrota Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charjehar
According to the 2011 Census, Charjehar village had a total population of 227 people, including 112 males and 115 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 1,027 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.19%, with male literacy at 95.00% and female literacy at 79.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 43.
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 | 227 | 112 | 115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 17 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 177 | 95 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 17 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Charjehar
Charjehar 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 Charjehar
Charjehar 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Charjehar is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charjehar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charjehar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Charjehar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charjehar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Charjehar
Where is Charjehar located?
Charjehar village is located in Baroh Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Charjehar?
The Gram Panchayat of Charjehar is Kharat Khas.
What is the pincode of Charjehar?
The pincode of Charjehar is 176054.
What is the population of Charjehar?
Charjehar had a total population of 227, including 112 males and 115 females.
How many households are there in Charjehar?
Charjehar had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charjehar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charjehar was 87.19%. Male literacy was 95.00% and female literacy was 79.61%.