Char Village - Digod, Kota
Char is a village situated in the Digod tehsil of Kota district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Digod and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Kota. Polai Kalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Char village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Char is 101968. The village covers a total geographical area of 293.13 hectares and falls under the 325203 pincode. Kota is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Char village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sangod Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kota Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Char
As per Census 2011, Char village has a total population of 481 people, consisting of 244 males and 237 females. The village has 87 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 303 literate and 178 illiterate residents. Additionally, 25 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 169 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Char are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 481 | 244 | 237 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 32 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 169 | 85 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 303 | 189 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 178 | 55 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Char
Char 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Charheri | East | 1.00 km |
| Dahra | South-West | 2.29 km |
| Parliya | North-West | 2.47 km |
| Dagariya | North-East | 2.48 km |
| Polai Khurd | East | 2.62 km |
| Polai Kalan | South-East | 2.73 km |
| Nohati | South | 3.14 km |
| Moondla | North | 3.65 km |
| Bhimpura | North | 3.79 km |
| Kethori | West | 3.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Char
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Char. The nearest railway station is Digod, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Kota to Char is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Char
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Char village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Char
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Char village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Char
Where is Char located?
Char village is located in Digod Tehsil, Kota district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Char?
The Gram Panchayat of Char is Polai Kalan.
What is the pincode of Char?
The pincode of Char is 325203.
What is the population of Char?
Char has a total population of 481, including 244 males and 237 females.
How many households are there in Char?
There are 87 households in Char.
What is the literacy rate in Char?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Char is 62.99%. Male literacy is 77.46% and female literacy is 48.10%.