Charki - Gawan, Giridih
Charki is a village situated in the Gawan subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gawan and around 102 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Nimadih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charki is 350247. The village covers a total geographical area of 111.84 hectares and falls under the 815313 pincode. Giridih is the nearest town.
Charki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charki
According to the 2011 Census, Charki village had a total population of 703 people, including 373 males and 330 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 885 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.45%, with male literacy at 81.33% and female literacy at 37.60%.
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 | 703 | 373 | 330 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 73 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 338 | 244 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 365 | 129 | 236 |
Nearby Villages of Charki
Charki 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baghleria | South-East | 0.63 km |
| Baghyant | North-East | 0.93 km |
| Dhodhraha | East | 1.36 km |
| Naguan | North-West | 1.74 km |
| Gorianchun | South | 1.85 km |
| Belakhunta | North-East | 2.05 km |
| Domni | South-East | 2.08 km |
| Tarai | South-East | 2.44 km |
| Kamta | North | 2.62 km |
| Harlaghati | South-West | 2.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charki
Charki is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Yadudih, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.5 km.
| 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 Giridih to Charki is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Charki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charki 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 Charki
Where is Charki located?
Charki village is located in Gawan Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charki?
The Gram Panchayat of Charki is Nimadih.
What is the pincode of Charki?
The pincode of Charki is 815313.
What is the population of Charki?
Charki had a total population of 703, including 373 males and 330 females.
How many households are there in Charki?
Charki had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charki was 61.45%. Male literacy was 81.33% and female literacy was 37.60%.