Charauwa - Sagri, Azamgarh
Charauwa is a village situated in the Sagri tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sagri and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Charauwa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charauwa is 192893. The village covers a total geographical area of 113.05 hectares and falls under the 276141 pincode. Kaptanganj is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Charauwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gopalpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Azamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charauwa
According to the 2011 Census, Charauwa village had a total population of 767 people, including 370 males and 397 females, living in 120 households. The sex ratio was 1,073 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.51%, with male literacy at 77.60% and female literacy at 54.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 78.
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 | 767 | 370 | 397 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 62 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 38 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 433 | 239 | 194 |
| Illiterate Population | 334 | 131 | 203 |
Nearby Villages of Charauwa
Charauwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhitehara | West | 0.84 km |
| Bhaluwana | North-West | 0.87 km |
| Semra Tiwari | South-West | 1.07 km |
| Badipur | East | 1.14 km |
| Bhairopur Chaurwa | South-East | 1.28 km |
| Semra Barhai | South | 1.44 km |
| Mirpur Navey | North | 1.48 km |
| Khiridiha | North-West | 1.59 km |
| Kishunpur Hiranandpur | South | 1.61 km |
| Garhchaubey | East | 1.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charauwa
Charauwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Azamgarh, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kaptanganj to Charauwa is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Charauwa is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charauwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charauwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Charauwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charauwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Charauwa
Where is Charauwa located?
Charauwa village is located in Sagri Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charauwa?
Charauwa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Charauwa?
The pincode of Charauwa is 276141.
What is the population of Charauwa?
Charauwa had a total population of 767, including 370 males and 397 females.
How many households are there in Charauwa?
Charauwa had 120 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charauwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charauwa was 65.51%. Male literacy was 77.60% and female literacy was 54.96%.