Charwas - Sojat, Pali
Charwas is a village situated in the Sojat tehsil of Pali district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sojat and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Pali. Charwas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charwas is 090622. The village covers a total geographical area of 1764.97 hectares and falls under the 306104 pincode. Sojat is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Charwas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sojat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pali Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charwas
According to the 2011 Census, Charwas village had a total population of 1,806 people, including 911 males and 895 females, living in 371 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.64%, with male literacy at 90.78% and female literacy at 64.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 316.
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 | 1,806 | 911 | 895 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 263 | 141 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 316 | 151 | 165 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,198 | 699 | 499 |
| Illiterate Population | 608 | 212 | 396 |
Nearby Villages of Charwas
Charwas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Naya Gaon | North-West | 2.78 km |
| Dhangarwas | East | 3.52 km |
| Khuntaliya | North-East | 3.66 km |
| Panchwa Kalan | South-West | 4.11 km |
| Jhupelao | South | 4.96 km |
| Abkai Ki Dhani | North-West | 5.90 km |
| Hariyada | North | 6.00 km |
| Chandasani | West | 6.41 km |
| Bariyala | South-East | 6.44 km |
| Hapat | North-East | 6.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charwas
Charwas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bomadra, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.5 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 Sojat to Charwas is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pali to Charwas is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charwas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charwas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Charwas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charwas 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Charwas
Where is Charwas located?
Charwas village is located in Sojat Tehsil, Pali district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Charwas?
Charwas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Charwas?
The pincode of Charwas is 306104.
What is the population of Charwas?
Charwas had a total population of 1,806, including 911 males and 895 females.
How many households are there in Charwas?
Charwas had 371 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charwas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charwas was 77.64%. Male literacy was 90.78% and female literacy was 64.55%.