Charota - Assar, Doda
Charota is a village situated in the Assar tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 40 km from Doda and around 40 km from Doda. Chirota-a serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charota is 004129. The village covers a total geographical area of 378.4 hectares and falls under the 182143 pincode. Doda is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Charota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ramban Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charota
According to the 2011 Census, Charota village had a total population of 963 people, including 492 males and 471 females, living in 216 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.85%, with male literacy at 74.31% and female literacy at 31.89%.
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 | 963 | 492 | 471 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 196 | 95 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 413 | 295 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 550 | 197 | 353 |
Transport and Connectivity of Charota
Public transport in the Charota is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Doda to Charota is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charota 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 Charota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charota 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 Charota
Where is Charota located?
Charota village is located in Assar Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charota?
The Gram Panchayat of Charota is Chirota-a.
What is the pincode of Charota?
The pincode of Charota is 182143.
What is the population of Charota?
Charota had a total population of 963, including 492 males and 471 females.
How many households are there in Charota?
Charota had 216 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charota was 53.85%. Male literacy was 74.31% and female literacy was 31.89%.