Charyai - Chowki Choura, Jammu
Charyai is a village situated in the Chowki Choura tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 32 km from Akhnoor and around 60 km from Jammu. Kaneri serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Charyai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charyai is 005482. The village covers a total geographical area of 131.9 hectares and falls under the 181201 pincode. Akhnoor is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Charyai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akhnoor Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charyai
According to the 2011 Census, Charyai village had a total population of 130 people, including 71 males and 59 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 831 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.99%, with male literacy at 83.61% and female literacy at 69.23%.
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 | 130 | 71 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 87 | 51 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 20 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Charyai
Charyai 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 Charyai
Charyai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Akhnoor to Charyai is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Charyai is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charyai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charyai 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Charyai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charyai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Charyai
Where is Charyai located?
Charyai village is located in Chowki Choura Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Charyai?
The Halqa Panchayat of Charyai is Kaneri.
What is the pincode of Charyai?
The pincode of Charyai is 181201.
What is the population of Charyai?
Charyai had a total population of 130, including 71 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Charyai?
Charyai had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charyai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charyai was 76.99%. Male literacy was 83.61% and female literacy was 69.23%.