Charambu - Khundian, Kangra
Charambu is a village situated in the Khundian tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Chilaga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charambu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charambu is 010929. The village covers a total geographical area of 89.96 hectares and falls under the 176030 pincode. Jawalamukhi is the nearest town.
Charambu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charambu
According to the 2011 Census, Charambu village had a total population of 302 people, including 143 males and 159 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 1,112 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.15%, with male literacy at 86.78% and female literacy at 61.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 302.
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 | 302 | 143 | 159 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 22 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 302 | 143 | 159 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 188 | 105 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 114 | 38 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Charambu
Charambu 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 Charambu
Charambu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Charambu is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charambu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charambu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Charambu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charambu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Charambu
Where is Charambu located?
Charambu village is located in Khundian Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charambu?
The Gram Panchayat of Charambu is Chilaga.
What is the pincode of Charambu?
The pincode of Charambu is 176030.
What is the population of Charambu?
Charambu had a total population of 302, including 143 males and 159 females.
How many households are there in Charambu?
Charambu had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charambu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charambu was 73.15%. Male literacy was 86.78% and female literacy was 61.03%.