Charayan

Charayan is a village located in Cheta tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 200km away from district headquarter Kupvi. Kupvi is the sub-district headquarter of Charayan village. As per 2009 stats, Dharchandna Bp is the gram panchayat of Charayan village.

Here you can discover what makes Charayan unique in its vibrant Cheta-Shimla region. You’ll see Charayan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Charayan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Charayan is 025674. The village spans a total geographical area of 29.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171217. Chaupal is nearest town to Charayan village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Charayan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chopal Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Charayan

According to the 2011 Census, Charayan has a total population of about 81, with approximately 41 males and 40 females. The sex ratio is around 975 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 6 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.02%, with male literacy at about 60.98% and female literacy near 55.00%. There are around 13 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Charayan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 81 41 40
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 6 3 3
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 47 25 22
Illiterate Population 34 16 18

Connectivity of Charayan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Charayan. As per the 2011 stats, Charayan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Charayan

Knowing the nearby villages of Charayan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Charayan.

Frequently Asked Questions about Charayan

Where is Charayan located?
Charayan village is situated in Cheta Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charayan?
The Gram Panchayat of Charayan is Dharchandna Bp (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Charayan?
The pincode of Charayan is 171217, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Charayan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Charayan is 81, with 41 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Charayan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Charayan village has a total of 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charayan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Charayan is 58.02%. The male literacy rate is 60.98%, while the female literacy rate is 55.00%.