Chariya - Sujangarh, Churu
Chariya is a village situated in the Sujangarh tehsil of Churu district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sujangarh and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Churu. Murdakiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chariya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chariya is 070820. The village covers a total geographical area of 2048.93 hectares and falls under the 331506 pincode. Sujangarh is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Chariya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sujangarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Churu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chariya
As per Census 2011, Chariya village has a total population of 2,746 people, consisting of 1,447 males and 1,299 females. The village has 439 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 453 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,467 literate and 1,279 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,097 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chariya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,746 | 1,447 | 1,299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 453 | 232 | 221 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,097 | 577 | 520 |
| Literate Population | 1,467 | 946 | 521 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,279 | 501 | 778 |
Nearby Villages of Chariya
Chariya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghotra | West | 3.75 km |
| Murdakiya | South | 3.90 km |
| Lalpura | South-West | 4.61 km |
| Bamaniya | North | 5.13 km |
| Khuri | North-East | 5.21 km |
| Ankholyan | North-West | 5.55 km |
| Shobhasar | South-East | 5.96 km |
| Kolasar | South | 6.50 km |
| Bhagiwad | South | 6.51 km |
| Basi Agooni | West | 7.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chariya
Chariya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Talchhapar, while the nearest airport is Kishangarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 110.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Sujangarh to Chariya is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Churu to Chariya is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chariya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chariya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chariya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chariya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chariya
Where is Chariya located?
Chariya village is located in Sujangarh Tehsil, Churu district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chariya?
The Gram Panchayat of Chariya is Murdakiya.
What is the pincode of Chariya?
The pincode of Chariya is 331506.
What is the population of Chariya?
Chariya has a total population of 2,746, including 1,447 males and 1,299 females.
How many households are there in Chariya?
There are 439 households in Chariya.
What is the literacy rate in Chariya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chariya is 53.42%. Male literacy is 65.38% and female literacy is 40.11%.