Charigawa - Shohratgarh, Siddharthnagar
Charigawa is a village situated in the Shohratgarh tehsil of Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shohratgarh and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Siddharthnagar. Charigava serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charigawa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charigawa is 176006. The village covers a total geographical area of 211.82 hectares and falls under the 272201 pincode. Siddharthnagar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Charigawa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shohratgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Domariyaganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charigawa
As per Census 2011, Charigawa village has a total population of 1,308 people, consisting of 635 males and 673 females. The village has 222 households and a sex ratio of 1,059 females per 1,000 males. There are 254 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 599 literate and 709 illiterate residents. Additionally, 111 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charigawa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,308 | 635 | 673 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 254 | 126 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 65 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 599 | 345 | 254 |
| Illiterate Population | 709 | 290 | 419 |
Nearby Villages of Charigawa
Charigawa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jobkunda | East | 0.97 km |
| Lohati | West | 1.38 km |
| Chandai | South-West | 1.59 km |
| Paki | South | 1.72 km |
| Barhani | East | 1.95 km |
| Dhandhara | South-East | 2.04 km |
| Anawa Dih | South-East | 2.67 km |
| Banchaura | West | 2.71 km |
| Chandawa | South | 2.76 km |
| Banchauri | South-West | 3.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charigawa
Charigawa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mahadev Buzurg, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Siddharthnagar to Charigawa is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siddharthnagar to Charigawa is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charigawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charigawa 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Charigawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charigawa 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 Charigawa
Where is Charigawa located?
Charigawa village is located in Shohratgarh Tehsil, Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charigawa?
The Gram Panchayat of Charigawa is Charigava.
What is the pincode of Charigawa?
The pincode of Charigawa is 272201.
What is the population of Charigawa?
Charigawa has a total population of 1,308, including 635 males and 673 females.
How many households are there in Charigawa?
There are 222 households in Charigawa.
What is the literacy rate in Charigawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charigawa is 45.80%. Male literacy is 54.33% and female literacy is 37.74%.