Checharia - Meral (Pipra Kalan), Garhwa
Checharia is a village situated in the Meral (Pipra Kalan) subdivision of Garhwa district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Meral and around 13 km from the district headquarters in Garhwa. Checharia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Checharia is 347674. The village covers a total geographical area of 116.83 hectares and falls under the 822114 pincode.
Checharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Checharia
As per Census 2011, Checharia village has a total population of 1,248 people, consisting of 655 males and 593 females. The village has 244 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 152 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 839 literate and 409 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Checharia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,248 | 655 | 593 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 87 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 839 | 497 | 342 |
| Illiterate Population | 409 | 158 | 251 |
Nearby Villages of Checharia
Checharia 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 Checharia
Checharia 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 Checharia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Garhwa to Checharia is about 13 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 Checharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Checharia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Checharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Checharia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Checharia
Where is Checharia located?
Checharia village is located in Meral (Pipra Kalan) Subdivision, Garhwa district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Checharia?
Checharia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Checharia?
The pincode of Checharia is 822114.
What is the population of Checharia?
Checharia has a total population of 1,248, including 655 males and 593 females.
How many households are there in Checharia?
There are 244 households in Checharia.
What is the literacy rate in Checharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Checharia is 67.23%. Male literacy is 75.88% and female literacy is 57.67%.