Charua - Khirkiya, Harda
Charua is a village situated in the Khirkiya tehsil of Harda district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khirkiya and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Harda. Charuwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charua is 486583. The village covers a total geographical area of 27 hectares and falls under the 461441 pincode. Khirkiya is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Charua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charua
As per Census 2011, Charua village has a total population of 3,451 people, consisting of 1,795 males and 1,656 females. The village has 753 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 511 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,416 literate and 1,035 illiterate residents. Additionally, 762 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 179 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,451 | 1,795 | 1,656 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 511 | 265 | 246 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 762 | 393 | 369 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 179 | 95 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 2,416 | 1,356 | 1,060 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,035 | 439 | 596 |
Nearby Villages of Charua
Charua is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Charua
Charua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Charua.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Khirkiya to Charua is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Harda to Charua is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Charua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Charua
Where is Charua located?
Charua village is located in Khirkiya Tehsil, Harda district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charua?
The Gram Panchayat of Charua is Charuwa.
What is the pincode of Charua?
The pincode of Charua is 461441.
What is the population of Charua?
Charua has a total population of 3,451, including 1,795 males and 1,656 females.
How many households are there in Charua?
There are 753 households in Charua.
What is the literacy rate in Charua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charua is 70.01%. Male literacy is 75.54% and female literacy is 64.01%.