Charkadi - Nihri, Mandi
Charkadi is a village situated in the Nihri tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Bado Rohada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charkadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charkadi is 015689. The village covers a total geographical area of 220 hectares and falls under the 175046 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Charkadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sundernagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charkadi
According to the 2011 Census, Charkadi village had a total population of 582 people, including 287 males and 295 females, living in 127 households. The sex ratio was 1,028 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.95%, with male literacy at 86.53% and female literacy at 69.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 237.
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 | 582 | 287 | 295 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 42 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 237 | 118 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 396 | 212 | 184 |
| Illiterate Population | 186 | 75 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Charkadi
Charkadi 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 Charkadi
Charkadi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| 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 Mandi to Charkadi is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charkadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charkadi 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Charkadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charkadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Charkadi
Where is Charkadi located?
Charkadi village is located in Nihri Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charkadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Charkadi is Bado Rohada.
What is the pincode of Charkadi?
The pincode of Charkadi is 175046.
What is the population of Charkadi?
Charkadi had a total population of 582, including 287 males and 295 females.
How many households are there in Charkadi?
Charkadi had 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charkadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charkadi was 77.95%. Male literacy was 86.53% and female literacy was 69.96%.