Charghara - Jamua, Giridih
Charghara is a village situated in the Jamua subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamua and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Charghara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charghara is 351216. The village covers a total geographical area of 110 hectares and falls under the 815318 pincode.
Charghara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Charghara
According to the 2011 Census, Charghara village had a total population of 924 people, including 469 males and 455 females, living in 174 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.84%, with male literacy at 56.32% and female literacy at 28.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 921.
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 | 924 | 469 | 455 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 177 | 89 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 921 | 468 | 453 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 320 | 214 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 604 | 255 | 349 |
Nearby Villages of Charghara
Charghara 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 Charghara
Public transport in the Charghara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Charghara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Charghara 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 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 <1 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 <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Charghara
Where is Charghara located?
Charghara village is located in Jamua Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Charghara?
Charghara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Charghara?
The pincode of Charghara is 815318.
What is the population of Charghara?
Charghara had a total population of 924, including 469 males and 455 females.
How many households are there in Charghara?
Charghara had 174 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charghara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charghara was 42.84%. Male literacy was 56.32% and female literacy was 28.88%.