Charheri - Morinda, Rupnagar
Charheri is a village situated in the Morinda tehsil of Rupnagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 20 km from Chamkaur Sahib and around 28 km from Rupnagar. Charheri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charheri is 038950. The village covers a total geographical area of 57 hectares and falls under the 140103 pincode. Kurali is the nearest town.
Charheri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajpura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patiala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charheri
As per Census 2011, Charheri village has a total population of 544 people, consisting of 292 males and 252 females. The village has 113 households and a sex ratio of 863 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 425 literate and 119 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charheri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 544 | 292 | 252 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 44 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 425 | 236 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 56 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Charheri
Charheri 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 Charheri
Public transport in the Charheri is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Charheri.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Rupnagar to Charheri is about 28 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 Charheri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charheri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Charheri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charheri 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 Charheri
Where is Charheri located?
Charheri village is located in Morinda Tehsil, Rupnagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charheri?
Charheri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Charheri?
The pincode of Charheri is 140103.
What is the population of Charheri?
Charheri has a total population of 544, including 292 males and 252 females.
How many households are there in Charheri?
There are 113 households in Charheri.
What is the literacy rate in Charheri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charheri is 78.13%. Male literacy is 80.82% and female literacy is 75.00%.