Charra - Bariyatu, Latehar
Charra is a village situated in the Bariyatu subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bariyatu and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Latehar. Tasu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charra is 367461. The village covers a total geographical area of 846.62 hectares and falls under the 829202 pincode.
Charra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Latehar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chatra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charra
As per Census 2011, Charra village has a total population of 1,458 people, consisting of 724 males and 734 females. The village has 224 households and a sex ratio of 1,013 females per 1,000 males. There are 308 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 568 literate and 890 illiterate residents. Additionally, 410 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 638 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,458 | 724 | 734 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 308 | 148 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 410 | 206 | 204 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 638 | 307 | 331 |
| Literate Population | 568 | 340 | 228 |
| Illiterate Population | 890 | 384 | 506 |
Nearby Villages of Charra
Charra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bamwar | North-East | 2.48 km |
| Barwadih | North | 2.62 km |
| Phulbasia Alias Amarwadih | South | 2.91 km |
| Rahea | West | 2.94 km |
| Chetar | South-West | 3.21 km |
| Kurlonga | East | 3.66 km |
| Manatu | North-East | 3.87 km |
| Ara | South-East | 4.06 km |
| Kundi | East | 4.56 km |
| Seregara | South-West | 4.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charra
The nearest railway station is Mahuamilan, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Latehar to Charra is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Charra
Where is Charra located?
Charra village is located in Bariyatu Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charra?
The Gram Panchayat of Charra is Tasu.
What is the pincode of Charra?
The pincode of Charra is 829202.
What is the population of Charra?
Charra has a total population of 1,458, including 724 males and 734 females.
How many households are there in Charra?
There are 224 households in Charra.
What is the literacy rate in Charra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charra is 38.96%. Male literacy is 46.96% and female literacy is 31.06%.