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
As per Census 2011, Charota village has a total population of 963 people, consisting of 492 males and 471 females. The village has 216 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 196 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 413 literate and 550 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 963 | 492 | 471 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 196 | 95 | 101 |
| 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 has a total population of 963, including 492 males and 471 females.
How many households are there in Charota?
There are 216 households in Charota.
What is the literacy rate in Charota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charota is 42.89%. Male literacy is 59.96% and female literacy is 25.05%.