Charen - Shimla ( Rural ), Shimla
Charen is a village situated in the Shimla ( Rural ) tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from Shimla. Manju Dabri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charen village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charen is 024721. The village covers a total geographical area of 44 hectares and falls under the 171001 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Charen village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charen
According to the 2011 Census, Charen village had a total population of 91 people, including 45 males and 46 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 1,022 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.02%, with male literacy at 95.00% and female literacy at 83.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 29.
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 | 91 | 45 | 46 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 73 | 38 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 7 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Charen
Charen 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 Charen
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Charen.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Charen is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charen
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charen village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Charen
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charen 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 Charen
Where is Charen located?
Charen village is located in Shimla ( Rural ) Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charen?
The Gram Panchayat of Charen is Manju Dabri.
What is the pincode of Charen?
The pincode of Charen is 171001.
What is the population of Charen?
Charen had a total population of 91, including 45 males and 46 females.
How many households are there in Charen?
Charen had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charen?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charen was 89.02%. Male literacy was 95.00% and female literacy was 83.33%.