Cherai
Cherai is a village located in Osian tehsil of Jodhpur district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Osian (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Jodhpur. As per 2009 stats, Cherai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Cherai unique in its vibrant Osian-Jodhpur region. You’ll see Cherai’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 Cherai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Cherai is 084576. The village spans a total geographical area of 1407.38 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 342306. Jodhpur is nearest town to Cherai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 65km away.
Google Map of Cherai
Population of Cherai
According to the 2011 Census, Cherai has a total population of about 3,175, with approximately 1,675 males and 1,500 females. The sex ratio is around 895 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 647 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,179 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 32.94%, with male literacy at about 45.43% and female literacy near 19.00%. There are around 546 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Cherai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,175 | 1,675 | 1,500 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 647 | 353 | 294 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,179 | 620 | 559 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,046 | 761 | 285 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,129 | 914 | 1,215 |
Connectivity of Cherai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Cherai. As per the 2011 stats, Cherai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Cherai
Knowing the nearby villages of Cherai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Cherai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cherai
- Where is Cherai located?
- Cherai village is situated in Osian Tehsil, within the Jodhpur district of Rajasthan, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Cherai?
- Cherai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Cherai?
- The pincode of Cherai is 342306, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Cherai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Cherai is 3,175, with 1,675 males and 1,500 females.
- How many households are there in Cherai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Cherai village has a total of 546 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Cherai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Cherai is 32.94%. The male literacy rate is 45.43%, while the female literacy rate is 19.00%.