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 Mukhiya 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
According to the 2011 Census, Charghara village had a total population of 1,047 people, including 558 males and 489 females, living in 155 households. The sex ratio was 876 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.55%, with male literacy at 75.54% and female literacy at 45.25%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 443.
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 | 1,047 | 558 | 489 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 92 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,047, including 558 males and 489 females.
How many households are there in Charghara?
Charghara had 155 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charghara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charghara was 61.55%. Male literacy was 75.54% and female literacy was 45.25%.