Charka - Chainpur, Palamu
Charka is a village situated in the Chainpur subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. Semra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charka is 366757. The village covers a total geographical area of 54 hectares and falls under the 822110 pincode.
Charka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Charka
According to the 2011 Census, Charka village had a total population of 6 people, including 2 males and 4 females, living in 1 households. The sex ratio was 2,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.00%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 0.00%.
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 | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 5 | 1 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Charka
Charka 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khambhi | North-East | 1.95 km |
| Chauparia | South-West | 2.14 km |
| Salatua | North-West | 2.55 km |
| Semra | East | 3.12 km |
| Gore | South-East | 3.18 km |
| Khura Khurd | North-East | 3.18 km |
| Pachlewa | West | 3.53 km |
| Bahera | North | 3.58 km |
| Loharsimi | East | 4.04 km |
| Jainagra | North | 4.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charka
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Charka. The nearest railway station is Daltonganj, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 129.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Charka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Charka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Charka
Where is Charka located?
Charka village is located in Chainpur Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charka?
The Gram Panchayat of Charka is Semra.
What is the pincode of Charka?
The pincode of Charka is 822110.
What is the population of Charka?
Charka had a total population of 6, including 2 males and 4 females.
How many households are there in Charka?
Charka had 1 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charka was 50.00%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 0.00%.