Charani - Pachhad, Sirmaur
Charani is a village situated in the Pachhad tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Naina Tikker serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charani is 022801. The village covers a total geographical area of 69.22 hectares and falls under the 173229 pincode. Nahan is the nearest town.
Charani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pachhad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charani
As per Census 2011, Charani village has a total population of 27 people, consisting of 12 males and 15 females. The village has 6 households and a sex ratio of 1,250 females per 1,000 males. There are 2 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 22 literate and 5 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 5 | 2 | 3 |
Nearby Villages of Charani
Charani 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 Charani
Public transport in the Charani 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 Charani is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Charani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charani 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Charani
Where is Charani located?
Charani village is located in Pachhad Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charani?
The Gram Panchayat of Charani is Naina Tikker.
What is the pincode of Charani?
The pincode of Charani is 173229.
What is the population of Charani?
Charani has a total population of 27, including 12 males and 15 females.
How many households are there in Charani?
There are 6 households in Charani.
What is the literacy rate in Charani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charani is 81.48%. Male literacy is 83.33% and female literacy is 80.00%.