Charanwala Village - Bajju, Bikaner
Charanwala is a village situated in the Bajju tehsil of Bikaner district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 90 km from Kolayat and around 140 km from Bikaner. Charanwala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charanwala is 069381. The village covers a total geographical area of 1934 hectares and falls under the 334305 pincode. Bikaner is the nearest town, located about 140 km away.
Charanwala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kolayat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bikaner Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charanwala
As per Census 2011, Charanwala village has a total population of 5,211 people, consisting of 2,725 males and 2,486 females. The village has 910 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,012 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,453 literate and 2,758 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,460 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charanwala are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,211 | 2,725 | 2,486 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,012 | 531 | 481 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,460 | 761 | 699 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 2,453 | 1,554 | 899 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,758 | 1,171 | 1,587 |
Nearby Villages of Charanwala
Charanwala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rawalotan Ka Tala | North-West | 10.90 km |
| 21 C.w.b | East | 11.17 km |
| Narayansar | East | 12.21 km |
| Panna | South-West | 14.39 km |
| Gogariyawala | South-East | 17.01 km |
| Phulasar Bara | East | 17.44 km |
| Godoo | North-East | 17.76 km |
| Phulasar Chhota | East | 18.31 km |
| Beekampur | South | 19.39 km |
| Ranjeetpura | North-West | 19.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charanwala
Charanwala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sird, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bikaner to Charanwala is about 140 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charanwala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charanwala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Charanwala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charanwala 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 Charanwala
Where is Charanwala located?
Charanwala village is located in Bajju Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charanwala?
Charanwala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Charanwala?
The pincode of Charanwala is 334305.
What is the population of Charanwala?
Charanwala has a total population of 5,211, including 2,725 males and 2,486 females.
How many households are there in Charanwala?
There are 910 households in Charanwala.
What is the literacy rate in Charanwala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charanwala is 47.07%. Male literacy is 57.03% and female literacy is 36.16%.