Charghara - Nirsa-Cum-Chirkunda, Dhanbad
Charghara is a village situated in the Nirsa-Cum-Chirkunda subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chirkunda and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Dhanbad. Rangamatiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charghara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charghara is 361955. The village covers a total geographical area of 54.95 hectares and falls under the 828205 pincode. Chirkunda is the nearest town.
Charghara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nirsa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhanbad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charghara
According to the 2011 Census, Charghara village had a total population of 575 people, including 304 males and 271 females, living in 109 households. The sex ratio was 891 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.76%, with male literacy at 79.34% and female literacy at 41.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 44.
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 | 575 | 304 | 271 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 33 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 23 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 315 | 215 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 260 | 89 | 171 |
Nearby Villages of Charghara
Charghara 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 Charghara
Charghara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Charghara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dhanbad to Charghara is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charghara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charghara 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Charghara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charghara 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 Charghara
Where is Charghara located?
Charghara village is located in Nirsa-Cum-Chirkunda Subdivision, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Charghara?
The Gram Panchayat of Charghara is Rangamatiya.
What is the pincode of Charghara?
The pincode of Charghara is 828205.
What is the population of Charghara?
Charghara had a total population of 575, including 304 males and 271 females.
How many households are there in Charghara?
Charghara had 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charghara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charghara was 61.76%. Male literacy was 79.34% and female literacy was 41.84%.