Charar - Adampur, Jalandhar
Charar is a village situated in the Adampur tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 35 km from Jalandhar - Ii and around 35 km from Jalandhar. Charar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charar is 030623. The village covers a total geographical area of 86 hectares and falls under the 144201 pincode. Bhogpur is the nearest town.
Charar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jalandhar West Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalandhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charar
According to the 2011 Census, Charar village had a total population of 381 people, including 200 males and 181 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.42%, with male literacy at 89.13% and female literacy at 79.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 151.
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 | 381 | 200 | 181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 151 | 77 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 298 | 164 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 36 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Charar
Charar 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 Charar
Charar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Charar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jalandhar to Charar is about 35 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 Charar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Charar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Charar
Where is Charar located?
Charar village is located in Adampur Tehsil, Jalandhar district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Charar?
Charar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Charar?
The pincode of Charar is 144201.
What is the population of Charar?
Charar had a total population of 381, including 200 males and 181 females.
How many households are there in Charar?
Charar had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charar was 84.42%. Male literacy was 89.13% and female literacy was 79.29%.