Charathe - Sawantwadi, Sindhudurg
Charathe is a village situated in the Sawantwadi tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sawantwadi and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Charathe village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charathe is 566846. The village covers a total geographical area of 1074 hectares and falls under the 416511 pincode. Sawantwadi is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Charathe village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sawantwadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charathe
As per Census 2011, Charathe village has a total population of 2,992 people, consisting of 1,462 males and 1,530 females. The village has 794 households and a sex ratio of 1,046 females per 1,000 males. There are 278 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,442 literate and 550 illiterate residents. Additionally, 170 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charathe are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,992 | 1,462 | 1,530 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 278 | 148 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 170 | 83 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,442 | 1,254 | 1,188 |
| Illiterate Population | 550 | 208 | 342 |
Nearby Villages of Charathe
Charathe 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nirukhe | North-West | 1.98 km |
| Kariwade | East | 2.47 km |
| Otavane | South-East | 3.79 km |
| Kolgaon | North-West | 4.21 km |
| Kunkeri | North | 4.57 km |
| Madkhol | North-East | 5.38 km |
| Bavlat | East | 5.72 km |
| Brahmanpat | West | 5.90 km |
| Insuli | South | 6.04 km |
| Kumbharli | South-West | 6.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charathe
Charathe is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sawantwadi Road, while the nearest airport is Dabolim Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sawantwadi to Charathe is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Charathe is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charathe
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charathe village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Charathe
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charathe 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Charathe
Where is Charathe located?
Charathe village is located in Sawantwadi Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charathe?
Charathe is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Charathe?
The pincode of Charathe is 416511.
What is the population of Charathe?
Charathe has a total population of 2,992, including 1,462 males and 1,530 females.
How many households are there in Charathe?
There are 794 households in Charathe.
What is the literacy rate in Charathe?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charathe is 81.62%. Male literacy is 85.77% and female literacy is 77.65%.