Charonta - Kotgarh, Shimla
Charonta is a village situated in the Kotgarh tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 95 km from Shimla. Shamathla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charonta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charonta is 023903. The village covers a total geographical area of 20.93 hectares and falls under the 172031 pincode. Narkanda is the nearest town.
Charonta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charonta
According to the 2011 Census, Charonta village had a total population of 31 people, including 17 males and 14 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 824 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.67%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 71.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11.
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 | 31 | 17 | 14 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 26 | 16 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 5 | 1 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Charonta
Charonta 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 Charonta
Charonta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Shimla to Charonta is about 95 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 Charonta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charonta 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 Charonta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charonta 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 Charonta
Where is Charonta located?
Charonta village is located in Kotgarh Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charonta?
The Gram Panchayat of Charonta is Shamathla.
What is the pincode of Charonta?
The pincode of Charonta is 172031.
What is the population of Charonta?
Charonta had a total population of 31, including 17 males and 14 females.
How many households are there in Charonta?
Charonta had 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charonta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charonta was 86.67%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 71.43%.