Charu - Mankapur, Gonda
Charu is a village situated in the Mankapur tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mankapur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Charu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charu is 175894. The village covers a total geographical area of 226.53 hectares and falls under the 271305 pincode.
Charu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gaura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gonda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charu
According to the 2011 Census, Charu village had a total population of 1,765 people, including 917 males and 848 females, living in 287 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.58%, with male literacy at 82.89% and female literacy at 65.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 387.
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 | 1,765 | 917 | 848 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 223 | 122 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 387 | 197 | 190 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,150 | 659 | 491 |
| Illiterate Population | 615 | 258 | 357 |
Nearby Villages of Charu
Charu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lodia Khurd | South-West | 1.03 km |
| Parsa Dulla | North-West | 1.15 km |
| Sagavan | North-East | 1.35 km |
| Vetwa | West | 1.36 km |
| Lodava Buzurg | South-West | 1.46 km |
| Haria | South-East | 1.51 km |
| Kungaiya | South-West | 1.68 km |
| Parsa Tiwari | South | 1.82 km |
| Munda Deeh | South-East | 2.01 km |
| Birpur | North | 2.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charu
Charu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Parsa Tewari, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Gonda to Charu is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charu 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Charu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charu 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Charu
Where is Charu located?
Charu village is located in Mankapur Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charu?
Charu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Charu?
The pincode of Charu is 271305.
What is the population of Charu?
Charu had a total population of 1,765, including 917 males and 848 females.
How many households are there in Charu?
Charu had 287 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charu was 74.58%. Male literacy was 82.89% and female literacy was 65.73%.