Charunda - Uri, Baramulla
Charunda is a village situated in the Uri tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 30 km from Uri and around 47 km from Baramulla. Churranda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charunda is 002540. The village covers a total geographical area of 245.6 hectares and falls under the 193122 pincode. Uri is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Charunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Uri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charunda
As per Census 2011, Charunda village has a total population of 1,169 people, consisting of 605 males and 564 females. The village has 226 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 344 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 368 literate and 801 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,051 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,169 | 605 | 564 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 344 | 176 | 168 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,051 | 548 | 503 |
| Literate Population | 368 | 269 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 801 | 336 | 465 |
Nearby Villages of Charunda
Charunda 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 Charunda
Public transport in the Charunda is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uri to Charunda is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baramulla to Charunda is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charunda 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Charunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Charunda
Where is Charunda located?
Charunda village is located in Uri Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Charunda is Churranda.
What is the pincode of Charunda?
The pincode of Charunda is 193122.
What is the population of Charunda?
Charunda has a total population of 1,169, including 605 males and 564 females.
How many households are there in Charunda?
There are 226 households in Charunda.
What is the literacy rate in Charunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charunda is 31.48%. Male literacy is 44.46% and female literacy is 17.55%.