Chara
Chara is a village located in Gangdhar tehsil of Jhalawar district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Gangdhar (tehsildar office) and 155km away from district headquarter Jhalawar. As per 2009 stats, Chara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chara unique in its vibrant Gangdhar-Jhalawar region. You’ll see Chara’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chara is 105308. The village spans a total geographical area of 753.61 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 326515. Bhawani Mandi is nearest town to Chara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 105km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chara village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dag Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chara
Population of Chara
According to the 2011 Census, Chara has a total population of about 1,465, with approximately 756 males and 709 females. The sex ratio is around 937 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 220 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 299 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.12%, with male literacy at about 59.39% and female literacy near 36.11%. There are around 282 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,465 | 756 | 709 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 126 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 299 | 164 | 135 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 705 | 449 | 256 |
| Illiterate Population | 760 | 307 | 453 |
Connectivity of Chara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chara. As per the 2011 stats, Chara 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 Chara
Knowing the nearby villages of Chara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chara
- Where is Chara located?
- Chara village is situated in Gangdhar Tehsil, within the Jhalawar district of Rajasthan, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chara?
- Chara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chara?
- The pincode of Chara is 326515, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chara is 1,465, with 756 males and 709 females.
- How many households are there in Chara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chara village has a total of 282 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chara is 48.12%. The male literacy rate is 59.39%, while the female literacy rate is 36.11%.