Chara

Chara is a village located in Kukru subdivision of Saraikela Kharsawan district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Kukru (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Seraikela. As per 2009 stats, Choura is the gram panchayat of Chara village.

Here you can discover what makes Chara unique in its vibrant Kukru-Saraikela Kharsawan region. You’ll see Chara’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Chara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chara is 378989. The village spans a total geographical area of 580 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 832403. Jamsedpur is nearest town to Chara village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Chara village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Ichagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ranchi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Chara

The Map data on this website is provided by Google Maps, a free online map service one can access and view in a web browser.

Population of Chara

According to the 2011 Census, Chara has a total population of about 4,032, with approximately 2,025 males and 2,007 females. The sex ratio is around 991 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 751 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 465 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 286. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.23%, with male literacy at about 60.79% and female literacy near 37.57%. There are around 680 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,032 2,025 2,007
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 751 390 361
Scheduled Castes (SC) 465 228 237
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 286 142 144
Literate Population 1,985 1,231 754
Illiterate Population 2,047 794 1,253

Connectivity of Chara

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chara. As per the 2011 stats, Chara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Chara

Knowing the nearby villages of Chara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chara.

Frequently Asked Questions about Chara

Where is Chara located?
Chara village is situated in Kukru Subdivision, within the Saraikela Kharsawan district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chara?
The Gram Panchayat of Chara is Choura (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chara?
The pincode of Chara is 832403, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chara is 4,032, with 2,025 males and 2,007 females.
How many households are there in Chara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chara village has a total of 680 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chara is 49.23%. The male literacy rate is 60.79%, while the female literacy rate is 37.57%.