Charnai - Bap, Phalodi
Charnai is a village situated in the Bap tehsil of Phalodi district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 28 km from Phalodi and around 168 km from Jodhpur. Charnai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charnai is 084111. The village covers a total geographical area of 948 hectares and falls under the 342301 pincode. Phalodi is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Charnai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phalodi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jodhpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charnai
According to the 2011 Census, Charnai village had a total population of 1,224 people, including 641 males and 583 females, living in 195 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.69%, with male literacy at 52.76% and female literacy at 20.88%.
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 | 1,224 | 641 | 583 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 261 | 133 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 363 | 268 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 861 | 373 | 488 |
Nearby Villages of Charnai
Charnai is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Charnai
Public transport in the Charnai is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Charnai.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phalodi to Charnai is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jodhpur to Charnai is about 168 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charnai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charnai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Charnai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charnai 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 Charnai
Where is Charnai located?
Charnai village is located in Bap Tehsil, Phalodi district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Charnai?
Charnai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Charnai?
The pincode of Charnai is 342301.
What is the population of Charnai?
Charnai had a total population of 1,224, including 641 males and 583 females.
How many households are there in Charnai?
Charnai had 195 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charnai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charnai was 37.69%. Male literacy was 52.76% and female literacy was 20.88%.