Charka Kalan - Pratappur, Chatra
Charka Kalan is a village situated in the Pratappur subdivision of Chatra district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pratappur and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Chatra. Dumarwar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charka Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charka Kalan is 348412. The village covers a total geographical area of 216 hectares and falls under the 825404 pincode. Pratappur is the nearest town.
Charka Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Charka Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Charka Kalan village had a total population of 1,141 people, including 589 males and 552 females, living in 228 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.70%, with male literacy at 66.03% and female literacy at 40.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 224.
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 | 1,141 | 589 | 552 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 236 | 118 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 224 | 107 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 486 | 311 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 655 | 278 | 377 |
Nearby Villages of Charka Kalan
Charka Kalan 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 Charka Kalan
Charka Kalan 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chatra to Charka Kalan is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charka Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charka Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Charka Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charka Kalan 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Charka Kalan
Where is Charka Kalan located?
Charka Kalan village is located in Pratappur Subdivision, Chatra district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Charka Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Charka Kalan is Dumarwar.
What is the pincode of Charka Kalan?
The pincode of Charka Kalan is 825404.
What is the population of Charka Kalan?
Charka Kalan had a total population of 1,141, including 589 males and 552 females.
How many households are there in Charka Kalan?
Charka Kalan had 228 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charka Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charka Kalan was 53.70%. Male literacy was 66.03% and female literacy was 40.32%.