Chara
Chara is a village located in Karkal taluka of Udupi district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Karkala (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Udupi. As per 2009 stats, Chara village is also a gram panchayat.
Chara has its own place in the vibrant Udupi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Chara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chara is 608869. The village spans a total geographical area of 1869.26 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 576112. Karkal is nearest town to Chara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Chara
Population of Chara
Below is a concise population overview of Chara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 5,065 | 2,479 | 2,586 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 429 | 208 | 221 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 294 | 148 | 146 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 697 | 351 | 346 |
Literate Population | 3,830 | 2,006 | 1,824 |
Illiterate Population | 1,235 | 473 | 762 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chara village:
- The total population of Chara village is around 5,065, including approximately 2,479 males and 2,586 females, with a sex ratio of 1043 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 429 children aged 0–6 years in Chara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chara village has 294 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 697 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chara village is about 75.62%, with male literacy at 80.92% and female literacy at 70.53%.
- There are around 1,054 households in Chara village.
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) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 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 Karkal Taluka, within the Udupi district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chara?
- Chara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chara?
- The pincode of Chara is 576112, 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 5,065, with 2,479 males and 2,586 females.
- How many households are there in Chara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chara village has a total of 1,054 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chara is 75.62%. The male literacy rate is 80.92%, while the female literacy rate is 70.53%.