Chara Gaha - Kasya, Kushinagar
Chara Gaha is a village situated in the Kasya tehsil of Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kasya and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Kushinagar. Chara Gaha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chara Gaha is 189159. The village covers a total geographical area of 134.63 hectares and falls under the 274402 pincode. Kushinagar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Chara Gaha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kushinagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kushi Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chara Gaha
As per Census 2011, Chara Gaha village has a total population of 1,857 people, consisting of 966 males and 891 females. The village has 292 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 301 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,038 literate and 819 illiterate residents. Additionally, 195 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chara Gaha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,857 | 966 | 891 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 301 | 155 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 195 | 100 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 1 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,038 | 661 | 377 |
| Illiterate Population | 819 | 305 | 514 |
Nearby Villages of Chara Gaha
Chara Gaha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ahirauli Raja | North-West | 0.87 km |
| Khorabar | South-West | 0.88 km |
| Semari | South-East | 0.88 km |
| Bakanaha | North | 1.23 km |
| Khartari | East | 1.30 km |
| Turk Walia Dariyao Singh | North-East | 1.38 km |
| Nibi | South | 1.60 km |
| Pataya | West | 1.81 km |
| Khadda | North-West | 1.83 km |
| Bhathahi Raja | North-West | 1.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chara Gaha
Chara Gaha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ramkola, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.0 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kushinagar to Chara Gaha is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chara Gaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chara Gaha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chara Gaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chara Gaha 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chara Gaha
Where is Chara Gaha located?
Chara Gaha village is located in Kasya Tehsil, Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chara Gaha?
Chara Gaha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chara Gaha?
The pincode of Chara Gaha is 274402.
What is the population of Chara Gaha?
Chara Gaha has a total population of 1,857, including 966 males and 891 females.
How many households are there in Chara Gaha?
There are 292 households in Chara Gaha.
What is the literacy rate in Chara Gaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chara Gaha is 55.90%. Male literacy is 68.43% and female literacy is 42.31%.