Charat
Charat is a village located in Chenani tehsil of Udhampur district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Chenani (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Udhampur. As per 2009 stats, Charat village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Charat unique in its vibrant Chenani-Udhampur region. You’ll see Charat’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Charat
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Charat is 005011. The village spans a total geographical area of 898 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182141. Chenani is nearest town to Charat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Charat
Population of Charat
According to the 2011 Census, Charat has a total population of about 1,826, with approximately 957 males and 869 females. The sex ratio is around 908 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 300 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 51 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 160. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.38%, with male literacy at about 67.82% and female literacy near 39.59%. There are around 286 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Charat's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,826 | 957 | 869 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 300 | 149 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 32 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 160 | 72 | 88 |
| Literate Population | 993 | 649 | 344 |
| Illiterate Population | 833 | 308 | 525 |
Connectivity of Charat
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Charat. As per the 2011 stats, Charat had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Charat
Knowing the nearby villages of Charat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Charat.
Frequently Asked Questions about Charat
- Where is Charat located?
- Charat village is situated in Chenani Tehsil, within the Udhampur district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Charat?
- Charat serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Charat?
- The pincode of Charat is 182141, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Charat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Charat is 1,826, with 957 males and 869 females.
- How many households are there in Charat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Charat village has a total of 286 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Charat as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Charat is 54.38%. The male literacy rate is 67.82%, while the female literacy rate is 39.59%.