Chharwi - Jobat, Alirajpur
Chharwi is a village situated in the Jobat tehsil of Alirajpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jobat and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Alirajpur. Ambi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chharwi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chharwi is 504980. The village covers a total geographical area of 302.9 hectares and falls under the 457993 pincode. Jobat is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Chharwi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jobat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratlam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chharwi
As per Census 2011, Chharwi village has a total population of 720 people, consisting of 367 males and 353 females. The village has 128 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 178 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 82 literate and 638 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 713 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chharwi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 720 | 367 | 353 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 80 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 713 | 362 | 351 |
| Literate Population | 82 | 66 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 638 | 301 | 337 |
Nearby Villages of Chharwi
Chharwi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Umeri | North-East | 1.77 km |
| Chhoti Jhiri | South | 2.14 km |
| Bhorkuwa | North | 2.34 km |
| Jhiri Badi | East | 3.02 km |
| Chohli | South-West | 3.11 km |
| Ambi | North-West | 3.29 km |
| Badi Juwari | West | 3.30 km |
| Chhoti Juwari | North-West | 3.39 km |
| Jali | South | 3.87 km |
| Thandla | East | 4.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chharwi
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Chharwi. The nearest railway station is Nahargarh, while the nearest airport is Vadodara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 106.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jobat to Chharwi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alirajpur to Chharwi is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chharwi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chharwi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chharwi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chharwi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chharwi
Where is Chharwi located?
Chharwi village is located in Jobat Tehsil, Alirajpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chharwi?
The Gram Panchayat of Chharwi is Ambi.
What is the pincode of Chharwi?
The pincode of Chharwi is 457993.
What is the population of Chharwi?
Chharwi has a total population of 720, including 367 males and 353 females.
How many households are there in Chharwi?
There are 128 households in Chharwi.
What is the literacy rate in Chharwi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chharwi is 11.39%. Male literacy is 17.98% and female literacy is 4.53%.