Charaucha - Basti
Charaucha is a village situated in the Basti tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from Basti, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Suarha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charaucha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charaucha is 181406. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.65 hectares and falls under the 272001 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Charaucha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahadewa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charaucha
According to the 2011 Census, Charaucha village had a total population of 911 people, including 474 males and 437 females, living in 167 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.48%, with male literacy at 78.92% and female literacy at 60.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 103.
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 | 911 | 474 | 437 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 66 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 103 | 59 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 542 | 322 | 220 |
| Illiterate Population | 369 | 152 | 217 |
Nearby Villages of Charaucha
Charaucha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gagar Garh | South-East | 0.68 km |
| Suarha Khurd | West | 0.78 km |
| Mirzapur | North-West | 0.87 km |
| Delhwa | North-East | 0.89 km |
| Bhaghapura | North | 1.26 km |
| Charkaila | South | 1.28 km |
| Sultanpur | North | 1.41 km |
| Ganespur | North-East | 1.48 km |
| Gosaisinghpur | South-East | 1.48 km |
| Bhikharipur | North | 1.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charaucha
Public transport in the Charaucha is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Basti, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basti to Charaucha is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Charaucha is about 24 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 Charaucha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charaucha 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Charaucha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charaucha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Charaucha
Where is Charaucha located?
Charaucha village is located in Basti Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Charaucha?
The Gram Panchayat of Charaucha is Suarha.
What is the pincode of Charaucha?
The pincode of Charaucha is 272001.
What is the population of Charaucha?
Charaucha had a total population of 911, including 474 males and 437 females.
How many households are there in Charaucha?
Charaucha had 167 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charaucha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charaucha was 70.48%. Male literacy was 78.92% and female literacy was 60.94%.