Charawala - Majra, Sirmaur
Charawala is a village situated in the Majra tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from Nahan. Hari Pur-khol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charawala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charawala is 023281. The village covers a total geographical area of 67 hectares and falls under the 173021 pincode. Paonta Sahib is the nearest town.
Charawala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nahan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charawala
According to the 2011 Census, Charawala village had a total population of 161 people, including 82 males and 79 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.62%, with male literacy at 90.79% and female literacy at 65.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 53.
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 | 161 | 82 | 79 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 28 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 114 | 69 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 13 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Charawala
Charawala 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 Charawala
Charawala 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 Charawala is about 27 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 Charawala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charawala 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 Charawala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charawala 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Charawala
Where is Charawala located?
Charawala village is located in Majra Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charawala?
The Gram Panchayat of Charawala is Hari Pur-khol.
What is the pincode of Charawala?
The pincode of Charawala is 173021.
What is the population of Charawala?
Charawala had a total population of 161, including 82 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Charawala?
Charawala had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charawala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charawala was 78.62%. Male literacy was 90.79% and female literacy was 65.22%.