Charawas - Gudhagorji, Jhunjhunu
Charawas is a village situated in the Gudhagorji tehsil of Jhunjhunu district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 20 km from Khetri and around 28 km from Jhunjhunun. Charawas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charawas is 071475. The village covers a total geographical area of 1450.44 hectares and falls under the 333020 pincode. Khetri is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Charawas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udaipurwati Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhunjhunu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charawas
According to the 2011 Census, Charawas village had a total population of 4,109 people, including 2,123 males and 1,986 females, living in 775 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.04%, with male literacy at 89.46% and female literacy at 64.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 650, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 54.
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 | 4,109 | 2,123 | 1,986 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 459 | 254 | 205 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 650 | 337 | 313 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 26 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 2,812 | 1,672 | 1,140 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,297 | 451 | 846 |
Nearby Villages of Charawas
Charawas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nangli Saledisingh | South-East | 2.28 km |
| Loyal | North | 3.01 km |
| Tara Ka Bas | West | 3.15 km |
| Shree Sardarpura | North-East | 3.26 km |
| Charan Singh Nagar | South-West | 3.64 km |
| Shree Krishan Nagar | South | 4.97 km |
| Shyampura | East | 5.69 km |
| Manota ( Jatan ) | North | 5.69 km |
| Bhatiwar | South-West | 5.96 km |
| Hemantpura | South-West | 5.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charawas
Charawas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ratan Shahr, while the nearest airport is Bhiwani Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Khetri to Charawas is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhunjhunun to Charawas is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charawas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charawas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Charawas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charawas 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Charawas
Where is Charawas located?
Charawas village is located in Gudhagorji Tehsil, Jhunjhunu district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charawas?
Charawas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Charawas?
The pincode of Charawas is 333020.
What is the population of Charawas?
Charawas had a total population of 4,109, including 2,123 males and 1,986 females.
How many households are there in Charawas?
Charawas had 775 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charawas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charawas was 77.04%. Male literacy was 89.46% and female literacy was 64.01%.