Charana - Railmagra, Rajsamand
Charana is a village situated in the Railmagra tehsil of Rajsamand district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Railmagra and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Rajsamand. Charana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charana is 097217. The village covers a total geographical area of 1426 hectares and falls under the 313211 pincode. Fatehnagar is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Charana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nathdwara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajsamand Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charana
As per Census 2011, Charana village has a total population of 1,627 people, consisting of 827 males and 800 females. The village has 362 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 208 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 778 literate and 849 illiterate residents. Additionally, 261 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 246 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,627 | 827 | 800 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 208 | 102 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 261 | 147 | 114 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 246 | 129 | 117 |
| Literate Population | 778 | 512 | 266 |
| Illiterate Population | 849 | 315 | 534 |
Nearby Villages of Charana
Charana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhadangakhera | South | 1.80 km |
| Jagatsingh Ji Ka Khera | South | 2.33 km |
| Ladpacha | North | 2.87 km |
| Gawaradi | East | 3.93 km |
| Anjana | North-East | 4.15 km |
| Dhaneriya | South-East | 4.20 km |
| Dhaneriya | South-West | 4.25 km |
| Khatookra | West | 4.46 km |
| Chhapri | East | 4.57 km |
| Chhadangakheri | North | 4.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charana
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Charana. The nearest railway station is Fatehnagar, while the nearest airport is Maharana Pratap Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Fatehnagar to Charana is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajsamand to Charana is about 35 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 Charana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charana 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Charana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Charana
Where is Charana located?
Charana village is located in Railmagra Tehsil, Rajsamand district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charana?
Charana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Charana?
The pincode of Charana is 313211.
What is the population of Charana?
Charana has a total population of 1,627, including 827 males and 800 females.
How many households are there in Charana?
There are 362 households in Charana.
What is the literacy rate in Charana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charana is 47.82%. Male literacy is 61.91% and female literacy is 33.25%.