Charanwadi - Vikramgad, Palghar
Charanwadi is a village situated in the Vikramgad tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from Vikramgad and around 125 km from Thane. Karhe-talawali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charanwadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charanwadi is 551763. The village covers a total geographical area of 384.67 hectares and falls under the 401605 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Charanwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charanwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Charanwadi village had a total population of 1,054 people, including 529 males and 525 females, living in 190 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.96%, with male literacy at 58.28% and female literacy at 35.60%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,054.
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 | 1,054 | 529 | 525 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 100 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,054 | 529 | 525 |
| Literate Population | 402 | 250 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 652 | 279 | 373 |
Nearby Villages of Charanwadi
Charanwadi 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 Charanwadi
Charanwadi 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 Jawhar to Charanwadi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Charanwadi is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charanwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charanwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Charanwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charanwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Charanwadi
Where is Charanwadi located?
Charanwadi village is located in Vikramgad Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charanwadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Charanwadi is Karhe-talawali.
What is the pincode of Charanwadi?
The pincode of Charanwadi is 401605.
What is the population of Charanwadi?
Charanwadi had a total population of 1,054, including 529 males and 525 females.
How many households are there in Charanwadi?
Charanwadi had 190 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charanwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charanwadi was 46.96%. Male literacy was 58.28% and female literacy was 35.60%.