Charla - Sujangarh, Churu
Charla is a village situated in the Sujangarh tehsil of Churu district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sujangarh and around 140 km from the district headquarters in Churu. Charla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charla is 070736. The village covers a total geographical area of 2670.5 hectares and falls under the 331517 pincode. Sujangarh is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Charla 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 Charla
As per Census 2011, Charla village has a total population of 2,843 people, consisting of 1,468 males and 1,375 females. The village has 480 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 580 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,175 literate and 1,668 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,110 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,843 | 1,468 | 1,375 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 580 | 301 | 279 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,110 | 565 | 545 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,175 | 748 | 427 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,668 | 720 | 948 |
Nearby Villages of Charla
Charla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kodasar Jatan | North | 3.54 km |
| Bara | South | 4.63 km |
| Kodasar Bidawatan | North | 4.95 km |
| Ganora | East | 5.07 km |
| Sarothiya | South-West | 5.07 km |
| Dungras Athoona | East | 5.17 km |
| Marothiya | South | 6.60 km |
| Kasan | South-East | 6.60 km |
| Balera | North-East | 6.68 km |
| Vishwanathpura | South-East | 7.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charla
Charla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ladnun, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sujangarh to Charla is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Churu to Charla is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Charla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charla 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 Charla
Where is Charla located?
Charla village is located in Sujangarh Tehsil, Churu district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charla?
Charla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Charla?
The pincode of Charla is 331517.
What is the population of Charla?
Charla has a total population of 2,843, including 1,468 males and 1,375 females.
How many households are there in Charla?
There are 480 households in Charla.
What is the literacy rate in Charla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charla is 41.33%. Male literacy is 50.95% and female literacy is 31.05%.