Charoti - Dahanu, Palghar
Charoti is a village situated in the Dahanu tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from Dahanu and around 95 km from Thane. Charoti village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charoti is 551692. The village covers a total geographical area of 821.39 hectares and falls under the 401602 pincode. Dahanu is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Charoti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palghar Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Charoti
According to the 2011 Census, Charoti village had a total population of 4,520 people, including 2,319 males and 2,201 females, living in 920 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.10%, with male literacy at 69.31% and female literacy at 46.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 48, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,931.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,520 | 2,319 | 2,201 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 704 | 354 | 350 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 22 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,931 | 1,421 | 1,510 |
| Literate Population | 2,217 | 1,362 | 855 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,303 | 957 | 1,346 |
Nearby Villages of Charoti
Charoti 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 Charoti
Charoti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Dahanu to Charoti is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Charoti is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charoti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charoti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Charoti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charoti 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Charoti
Where is Charoti located?
Charoti village is located in Dahanu Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Charoti?
Charoti is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Charoti?
The pincode of Charoti is 401602.
What is the population of Charoti?
Charoti had a total population of 4,520, including 2,319 males and 2,201 females.
How many households are there in Charoti?
Charoti had 920 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charoti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charoti was 58.10%. Male literacy was 69.31% and female literacy was 46.19%.