Charner - Sillod, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
Charner is a village situated in the Sillod tehsil of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from Sillod and around 87 km from Aurangabad. Charner village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charner is 548532. The village covers a total geographical area of 1968 hectares and falls under the 431133 pincode. Sillod is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Charner village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Charner
As per Census 2011, Charner village has a total population of 2,653 people, consisting of 1,304 males and 1,349 females. The village has 513 households and a sex ratio of 1,034 females per 1,000 males. There are 431 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,469 literate and 1,184 illiterate residents. Additionally, 77 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 140 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charner are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,653 | 1,304 | 1,349 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 431 | 213 | 218 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 43 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 140 | 69 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 1,469 | 847 | 622 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,184 | 457 | 727 |
Nearby Villages of Charner
Charner 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Charnerwadi | North | 1.76 km |
| Dhawada | East | 2.59 km |
| Amthana | South-East | 3.02 km |
| Dharla | North | 3.04 km |
| Pendgaon (amthana) | South | 3.13 km |
| Ghatnandra | West | 3.60 km |
| Chinchwan | South-East | 4.40 km |
| Adharwadi | North | 4.73 km |
| Deulgaonwadi | South-East | 5.19 km |
| Korhala | North-East | 5.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charner
Charner is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Galan, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sillod to Charner is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Charner is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charner
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charner village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Charner
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charner village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Charner
Where is Charner located?
Charner village is located in Sillod Tehsil, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charner?
Charner is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Charner?
The pincode of Charner is 431133.
What is the population of Charner?
Charner has a total population of 2,653, including 1,304 males and 1,349 females.
How many households are there in Charner?
There are 513 households in Charner.
What is the literacy rate in Charner?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charner is 55.37%. Male literacy is 64.95% and female literacy is 46.11%.