Charauli - Chaupal, Shimla
Charauli is a village situated in the Chaupal tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Jhikanipul serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charauli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charauli is 025424. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.43 hectares and falls under the 171211 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Charauli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chopal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charauli
According to the 2011 Census, Charauli village had a total population of 101 people, including 57 males and 44 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 772 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.35%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 78.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 31.
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 | 101 | 57 | 44 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 7 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 73 | 40 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 17 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Charauli
Charauli 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 Charauli
Public transport in the Charauli is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Charauli is about 154 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charauli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charauli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Charauli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charauli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Charauli
Where is Charauli located?
Charauli village is located in Chaupal Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charauli?
The Gram Panchayat of Charauli is Jhikanipul.
What is the pincode of Charauli?
The pincode of Charauli is 171211.
What is the population of Charauli?
Charauli had a total population of 101, including 57 males and 44 females.
How many households are there in Charauli?
Charauli had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charauli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charauli was 79.35%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 78.57%.