Charanwas - Raniwara, Jalore
Charanwas is a village situated in the Raniwara tehsil of Jalore district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 11 km from Raniwara and around 118 km from Jalor. Jakhri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charanwas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charanwas is 089839. The village covers a total geographical area of 230 hectares and falls under the 343040 pincode. Bhinmal is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Charanwas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Charanwas
According to the 2011 Census, Charanwas village had a total population of 537 people, including 279 males and 258 females, living in 106 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.67%, with male literacy at 64.50% and female literacy at 36.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 292.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 537 | 279 | 258 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 48 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 292 | 157 | 135 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 228 | 149 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 309 | 130 | 179 |
Nearby Villages of Charanwas
Charanwas 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 Charanwas
Charanwas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhinmal to Charanwas is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalor to Charanwas is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charanwas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charanwas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Charanwas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charanwas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Charanwas
Where is Charanwas located?
Charanwas village is located in Raniwara Tehsil, Jalore district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charanwas?
The Gram Panchayat of Charanwas is Jakhri.
What is the pincode of Charanwas?
The pincode of Charanwas is 343040.
What is the population of Charanwas?
Charanwas had a total population of 537, including 279 males and 258 females.
How many households are there in Charanwas?
Charanwas had 106 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charanwas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charanwas was 50.67%. Male literacy was 64.50% and female literacy was 36.07%.