Checharia - Untari Road, Palamu
Checharia is a village situated in the Untari Road subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Untari Road and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Medininagar. Murma Kalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Checharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Checharia is 365724. The village covers a total geographical area of 183.75 hectares and falls under the 822116 pincode.
Checharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Checharia
As per Census 2011, Checharia village has a total population of 1,393 people, consisting of 737 males and 656 females. The village has 271 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 227 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 742 literate and 651 illiterate residents. Additionally, 411 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Checharia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,393 | 737 | 656 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 227 | 138 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 411 | 221 | 190 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 742 | 469 | 273 |
| Illiterate Population | 651 | 268 | 383 |
Nearby Villages of Checharia
Checharia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sirha | North-West | 1.03 km |
| Panrepura | South-East | 1.82 km |
| Kutmu | South-West | 1.91 km |
| Paratappur | North | 1.98 km |
| Semri | East | 2.23 km |
| Lahar Banjari | North-West | 2.72 km |
| Jamdiha | South-West | 3.28 km |
| Murma Kalan | East | 3.62 km |
| Lumaratbahini | North | 3.70 km |
| Malwaria | East | 3.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Checharia
Checharia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Untare Road, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 128.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Medininagar to Checharia is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Checharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Checharia 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Checharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Checharia 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 Checharia
Where is Checharia located?
Checharia village is located in Untari Road Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Checharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Checharia is Murma Kalan.
What is the pincode of Checharia?
The pincode of Checharia is 822116.
What is the population of Checharia?
Checharia has a total population of 1,393, including 737 males and 656 females.
How many households are there in Checharia?
There are 271 households in Checharia.
What is the literacy rate in Checharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Checharia is 53.27%. Male literacy is 63.64% and female literacy is 41.62%.