Charuri - Fatehpur, Kangra
Charuri is a village situated in the Fatehpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Samlet serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charuri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charuri is 008803. The village covers a total geographical area of 137.97 hectares and falls under the 176401 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Charuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Fatehpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charuri
According to the 2011 Census, Charuri village had a total population of 138 people, including 75 males and 63 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 840 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.52%, with male literacy at 95.38% and female literacy at 80.70%.
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 | 138 | 75 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 108 | 62 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 30 | 13 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Charuri
Charuri 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 Charuri
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Charuri.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Charuri 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 Charuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charuri 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Charuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charuri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Charuri
Where is Charuri located?
Charuri village is located in Fatehpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charuri?
The Gram Panchayat of Charuri is Samlet.
What is the pincode of Charuri?
The pincode of Charuri is 176401.
What is the population of Charuri?
Charuri had a total population of 138, including 75 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Charuri?
Charuri had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charuri was 88.52%. Male literacy was 95.38% and female literacy was 80.70%.