Charghara - Bengabad, Giridih
Charghara is a village situated in the Bengabad subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. Telonari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charghara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charghara is 351699. The village covers a total geographical area of 255 hectares and falls under the 815312 pincode.
Charghara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gandey Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charghara
As per Census 2011, Charghara village has a total population of 1,047 people, consisting of 558 males and 489 females. The village has 155 households and a sex ratio of 876 females per 1,000 males. There are 181 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 533 literate and 514 illiterate residents. Additionally, 443 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charghara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,047 | 558 | 489 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 92 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 443 | 233 | 210 |
| Literate Population | 533 | 352 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 514 | 206 | 308 |
Nearby Villages of Charghara
Charghara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahacho | West | 1.43 km |
| Kargalo | North | 1.61 km |
| Baliadih | East | 1.75 km |
| Khutri | South-West | 2.18 km |
| Gamtaria | South-East | 2.39 km |
| Ojhadih | North-West | 2.42 km |
| Telonari | South | 2.42 km |
| Bhaunradih | North | 2.59 km |
| Bandgari | North-East | 2.88 km |
| Taratanr | South-West | 2.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charghara
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Charghara. The nearest railway station is Maheshmunda, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.5 km.
| 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 |
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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Charghara
Where is Charghara located?
Charghara village is located in Bengabad Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charghara?
The Gram Panchayat of Charghara is Telonari.
What is the pincode of Charghara?
The pincode of Charghara is 815312.
What is the population of Charghara?
Charghara has a total population of 1,047, including 558 males and 489 females.
How many households are there in Charghara?
There are 155 households in Charghara.
What is the literacy rate in Charghara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charghara is 50.91%. Male literacy is 63.08% and female literacy is 37.01%.