Charat - Chenani, Udhampur
Charat is a village situated in the Chenani tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chenani and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Udhampur. Charat village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charat is 005011. The village covers a total geographical area of 898 hectares and falls under the 182141 pincode. Chenani is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Charat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Charat
As per Census 2011, Charat village has a total population of 1,826 people, consisting of 957 males and 869 females. The village has 286 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 300 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 993 literate and 833 illiterate residents. Additionally, 51 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 160 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charat are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Charat
Charat is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bant | North | 1.52 km |
| Pakhlai | South-West | 2.16 km |
| Sewna | North-East | 3.05 km |
| Satyalta | East | 3.26 km |
| Manta | North-West | 5.08 km |
| Samroli | North | 5.18 km |
| Chirdi | North | 6.30 km |
| Kotli Bala | South-West | 6.51 km |
| Champari | North-East | 6.91 km |
| Rakh Kotli | South-West | 7.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charat
Public transport in the Charat is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Udhampur, while the nearest airport is Jammu Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.5 km.
| 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 Chenani to Charat is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Udhampur to Charat is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Charat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charat 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 Charat
Where is Charat located?
Charat village is located in Chenani Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charat?
Charat is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Charat?
The pincode of Charat is 182141.
What is the population of Charat?
Charat has a total population of 1,826, including 957 males and 869 females.
How many households are there in Charat?
There are 286 households in Charat.
What is the literacy rate in Charat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charat is 54.38%. Male literacy is 67.82% and female literacy is 39.59%.