Charna - Dadahu, Sirmaur
Charna is a village situated in the Dadahu tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 55 km from Nahan. Bhatgarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charna is 023020. The village covers a total geographical area of 387.65 hectares and falls under the 173022 pincode. Nahan is the nearest town.
Charna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri renukaji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charna
As per Census 2011, Charna village has a total population of 627 people, consisting of 331 males and 296 females. The village has 71 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 114 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 333 literate and 294 illiterate residents. Additionally, 330 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 627 | 331 | 296 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 57 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 330 | 178 | 152 |
| Literate Population | 333 | 200 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 294 | 131 | 163 |
Nearby Villages of Charna
Charna 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 Charna
Charna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Nahan to Charna is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Charna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Charna
Where is Charna located?
Charna village is located in Dadahu Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charna?
The Gram Panchayat of Charna is Bhatgarh.
What is the pincode of Charna?
The pincode of Charna is 173022.
What is the population of Charna?
Charna has a total population of 627, including 331 males and 296 females.
How many households are there in Charna?
There are 71 households in Charna.
What is the literacy rate in Charna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charna is 53.11%. Male literacy is 60.42% and female literacy is 44.93%.