Charua - Rehti, Sehore
Charua is a village situated in the Rehti tehsil of Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rehti and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Sehore. Pathoda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charua is 483617. The village covers a total geographical area of 256.28 hectares and falls under the 466446 pincode. Rehti is the nearest town, located about 23 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 Budhni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vidisha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charua
As per Census 2011, Charua village has a total population of 540 people, consisting of 288 males and 252 females. The village has 115 households and a sex ratio of 875 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 386 literate and 154 illiterate residents. Additionally, 59 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 540 | 288 | 252 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 33 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 33 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 386 | 218 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 70 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Charua
Charua 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathoda | West | 1.43 km |
| Jahajpura | East | 1.58 km |
| Mathni | North | 2.43 km |
| Kajlas | South | 2.51 km |
| Murrah | West | 3.02 km |
| Satumadi (sattumadi) | East | 3.58 km |
| Tigaria | South-East | 3.64 km |
| Nanpa | South | 3.73 km |
| Dipakheda | North | 3.80 km |
| Ganjeet | South-West | 4.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charua
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Charua. The nearest railway station is Khutwansa, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rehti to Charua is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sehore to Charua is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Charua
Where is Charua located?
Charua village is located in Rehti Tehsil, Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charua?
The Gram Panchayat of Charua is Pathoda.
What is the pincode of Charua?
The pincode of Charua is 466446.
What is the population of Charua?
Charua has a total population of 540, including 288 males and 252 females.
How many households are there in Charua?
There are 115 households in Charua.
What is the literacy rate in Charua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charua is 71.48%. Male literacy is 75.69% and female literacy is 66.67%.