Charouan - Belthara Road, Ballia
Charouan is a village situated in the Belthara Road tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belthara Road and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Charouan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charouan is 197787. The village covers a total geographical area of 561.65 hectares and falls under the 221718 pincode.
Charouan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Belthara Road Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Salempur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charouan
As per Census 2011, Charouan village has a total population of 5,994 people, consisting of 2,996 males and 2,998 females. The village has 924 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 799 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,863 literate and 2,131 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,208 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 238 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charouan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,994 | 2,996 | 2,998 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 799 | 425 | 374 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,208 | 635 | 573 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 238 | 119 | 119 |
| Literate Population | 3,863 | 2,215 | 1,648 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,131 | 781 | 1,350 |
Nearby Villages of Charouan
Charouan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tiwaripur | North-West | 1.49 km |
| Dariapur | North-East | 1.62 km |
| Shankarpur | East | 1.64 km |
| Karoundi | South-West | 1.74 km |
| Kalyanpur | North-West | 1.89 km |
| Masuria | South-East | 2.00 km |
| Aripur Saraya | West | 2.40 km |
| Adampur | North | 2.48 km |
| Bigah Jamin Bigha | North | 2.49 km |
| Khandwa Rajpur | East | 2.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charouan
Charouan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gobindpur Dugli, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Ballia to Charouan is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charouan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charouan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Charouan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charouan 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Charouan
Where is Charouan located?
Charouan village is located in Belthara Road Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charouan?
Charouan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Charouan?
The pincode of Charouan is 221718.
What is the population of Charouan?
Charouan has a total population of 5,994, including 2,996 males and 2,998 females.
How many households are there in Charouan?
There are 924 households in Charouan.
What is the literacy rate in Charouan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charouan is 64.45%. Male literacy is 73.93% and female literacy is 54.97%.