Charak Kala - Tundi, Dhanbad
Charak Kala is a village situated in the Tundi subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tundi and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Dhanbad. Jatakhuti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charak Kala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charak Kala is 361014. The village covers a total geographical area of 242 hectares and falls under the 828142 pincode. Dhanbad is the nearest town.
Charak Kala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tundi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Giridih Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charak Kala
As per Census 2011, Charak Kala village has a total population of 652 people, consisting of 334 males and 318 females. The village has 130 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 143 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 256 literate and 396 illiterate residents. Additionally, 232 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 129 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charak Kala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 652 | 334 | 318 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 80 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 232 | 121 | 111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 129 | 68 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 256 | 164 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 396 | 170 | 226 |
Nearby Villages of Charak Kala
Charak Kala 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 Charak Kala
Charak Kala is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Dhanbad to Charak Kala is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charak Kala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charak Kala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Charak Kala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charak Kala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Charak Kala
Where is Charak Kala located?
Charak Kala village is located in Tundi Subdivision, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charak Kala?
The Gram Panchayat of Charak Kala is Jatakhuti.
What is the pincode of Charak Kala?
The pincode of Charak Kala is 828142.
What is the population of Charak Kala?
Charak Kala has a total population of 652, including 334 males and 318 females.
How many households are there in Charak Kala?
There are 130 households in Charak Kala.
What is the literacy rate in Charak Kala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charak Kala is 39.26%. Male literacy is 49.10% and female literacy is 28.93%.