Charoli - Kupvi, Shimla
Charoli is a village situated in the Kupvi tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 194 km from Shimla. Chadoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charoli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charoli is 025631. The village covers a total geographical area of 132.27 hectares and falls under the 171217 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Charoli 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 Charoli
According to the 2011 Census, Charoli village had a total population of 571 people, including 295 males and 276 females, living in 88 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.37%, with male literacy at 70.11% and female literacy at 53.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 120.
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 | 571 | 295 | 276 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 34 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 120 | 61 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 310 | 183 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 261 | 112 | 149 |
Nearby Villages of Charoli
Charoli 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 Charoli
Charoli 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 | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Charoli is about 194 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charoli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Charoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charoli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Charoli
Where is Charoli located?
Charoli village is located in Kupvi Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charoli?
The Gram Panchayat of Charoli is Chadoli.
What is the pincode of Charoli?
The pincode of Charoli is 171217.
What is the population of Charoli?
Charoli had a total population of 571, including 295 males and 276 females.
How many households are there in Charoli?
Charoli had 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charoli was 62.37%. Male literacy was 70.11% and female literacy was 53.81%.