Charan
Charan is a village located in Shahuwadi tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Shahuwadi (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Charan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Charan unique in its vibrant Shahuwadi-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Charan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Charan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Charan is 567097. The village spans a total geographical area of 765.37 hectares. Malkapur is nearest town to Charan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Charan
Population of Charan
According to the 2011 Census, Charan has a total population of about 2,930, with approximately 1,548 males and 1,382 females. The sex ratio is around 892 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 318 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 384 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.92%, with male literacy at about 73.90% and female literacy near 67.58%. There are around 623 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Charan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,930 | 1,548 | 1,382 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 318 | 178 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 384 | 191 | 193 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,078 | 1,144 | 934 |
| Illiterate Population | 852 | 404 | 448 |
Connectivity of Charan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Charan. As per the 2011 stats, Charan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Charan
Knowing the nearby villages of Charan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Charan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Charan
- Where is Charan located?
- Charan village is situated in Shahuwadi Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Charan?
- Charan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Charan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Charan is 2,930, with 1,548 males and 1,382 females.
- How many households are there in Charan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Charan village has a total of 623 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Charan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Charan is 70.92%. The male literacy rate is 73.90%, while the female literacy rate is 67.58%.