Charadih - Erki(Tamar Ii), Khunti
Charadih is a village situated in the Erki(Tamar Ii) subdivision of Khunti district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Erki and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Khunti. Badinijkel serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charadih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charadih is 375373. The village covers a total geographical area of 166 hectares and falls under the 835210 pincode. Ranchi is the nearest town.
Charadih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Charadih
According to the 2011 Census, Charadih village had a total population of 198 people, including 95 males and 103 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 1,084 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.03%, with male literacy at 69.51% and female literacy at 41.38%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 180.
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 | 198 | 95 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 13 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 180 | 87 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 93 | 57 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 38 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Charadih
Charadih 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Koil | North-East | 1.14 km |
| Dundupiri | South-West | 1.20 km |
| Mailpiri | East | 1.45 km |
| Khatanga | North-West | 1.89 km |
| Jilingkel | North-East | 2.48 km |
| Koa | West | 2.50 km |
| Sareyad | East | 2.78 km |
| Rugri | North | 3.41 km |
| Pirihatu | North | 3.94 km |
| Romba | South | 4.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charadih
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Charadih. The nearest railway station is Karra, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Khunti to Charadih is about 25 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 Charadih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charadih 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Charadih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charadih 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Charadih
Where is Charadih located?
Charadih village is located in Erki(Tamar Ii) Subdivision, Khunti district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Charadih?
The Gram Panchayat of Charadih is Badinijkel.
What is the pincode of Charadih?
The pincode of Charadih is 835210.
What is the population of Charadih?
Charadih had a total population of 198, including 95 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Charadih?
Charadih had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charadih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charadih was 55.03%. Male literacy was 69.51% and female literacy was 41.38%.