Chareu - Kamrau, Sirmaur
Chareu is a village situated in the Kamrau tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Shilla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chareu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chareu is 023420. The village covers a total geographical area of 107.61 hectares and falls under the 173029 pincode. Paonta Sahib is the nearest town.
Chareu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shillai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chareu
As per Census 2011, Chareu village has a total population of 467 people, consisting of 241 males and 226 females. The village has 53 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 277 literate and 190 illiterate residents. Additionally, 252 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chareu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 467 | 241 | 226 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 38 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 252 | 131 | 121 |
| Literate Population | 277 | 174 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 190 | 67 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Chareu
Chareu 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 Chareu
Chareu 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 Nahan to Chareu is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chareu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chareu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chareu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chareu 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Chareu
Where is Chareu located?
Chareu village is located in Kamrau Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chareu?
The Gram Panchayat of Chareu is Shilla.
What is the pincode of Chareu?
The pincode of Chareu is 173029.
What is the population of Chareu?
Chareu has a total population of 467, including 241 males and 226 females.
How many households are there in Chareu?
There are 53 households in Chareu.
What is the literacy rate in Chareu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chareu is 59.31%. Male literacy is 72.20% and female literacy is 45.58%.