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
As per Census 2011, Charawas village has a total population of 4,109 people, consisting of 2,123 males and 1,986 females. The village has 775 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 459 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,812 literate and 1,297 illiterate residents. Additionally, 650 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 54 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charawas are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 4,109, including 2,123 males and 1,986 females.
How many households are there in Charawas?
There are 775 households in Charawas.
What is the literacy rate in Charawas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charawas is 68.44%. Male literacy is 78.76% and female literacy is 57.40%.