Charol

Charol is a village located in Kotkhai tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 75km away from district headquarter Kotkhai. Kotkhai is the sub-district headquarter of Charol village. As per 2009 stats, Panog is the gram panchayat of Charol village.

Charol has its own place in the vibrant Shimla region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Charol

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Charol is 026221. The village spans a total geographical area of 38 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171204. Kotkhai is nearest town to Charol village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Charol 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 Jubbal-Kotkhai 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 Charol

Below is a concise population overview of Charol as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 168 84 84
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 11 7 4
Scheduled Castes (SC) 43 21 22
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 130 72 58
Illiterate Population 38 12 26

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Charol village:

  • The total population of Charol village is around 168, including approximately 84 males and 84 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 11 children aged 0–6 years in Charol village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Charol village has 43 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Charol village is about 77.38%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 69.05%.
  • There are around 40 households in Charol village.

Connectivity of Charol

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

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

Nearby Villages of Charol

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Charol

Where is Charol located?
Charol village is situated in Kotkhai Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charol?
The Gram Panchayat of Charol is Panog (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Charol?
The pincode of Charol is 171204, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Charol as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Charol is 168, with 84 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Charol as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Charol village has a total of 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charol as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Charol is 77.38%. The male literacy rate is 85.71%, while the female literacy rate is 69.05%.