Charan

Charan is a village located in Nawanshahr tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Nawanshahr (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . As per 2009 stats, Charaan is the gram panchayat of Charan village.

Charan has its own place in the vibrant Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Charan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Charan is 032325. The village spans a total geographical area of 362 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144515. Nawansahar is nearest town to Charan village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Charan

Below is a concise population overview of Charan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,054 535 519
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 103 50 53
Scheduled Castes (SC) 662 325 337
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 770 424 346
Illiterate Population 284 111 173

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Charan village:

  • The total population of Charan village is around 1,054, including approximately 535 males and 519 females, with a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 103 children aged 0–6 years in Charan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Charan village has 662 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Charan village is about 73.06%, with male literacy at 79.25% and female literacy at 66.67%.
  • There are around 204 households in Charan village.

Connectivity of Charan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Charan. As per the 2011 stats, Charan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Charan

Knowing the nearby villages of Charan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Charan.

Mazara Khurd Jadla Birowal Uttal Mirpur Jattan Raksan Muzaffarpur Majhoor Patti Shahpur Shahpur Sheikhupur Bagh

Frequently Asked Questions about Charan

Where is Charan located?
Charan village is situated in Nawanshahr Tehsil, within the Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charan?
The Gram Panchayat of Charan is Charaan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Charan?
The pincode of Charan is 144515, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Charan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Charan is 1,054, with 535 males and 519 females.
How many households are there in Charan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Charan village has a total of 204 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Charan is 73.06%. The male literacy rate is 79.25%, while the female literacy rate is 66.67%.