Chari - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Chari is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Chairi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chari is 214188. The village covers a total geographical area of 89.07 hectares and falls under the 231208 pincode. Dudhi is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Chari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Duddhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Robertsganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chari
As per Census 2011, Chari village has a total population of 1,219 people, consisting of 652 males and 567 females. The village has 211 households and a sex ratio of 869 females per 1,000 males. There are 214 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 567 literate and 652 illiterate residents. Additionally, 782 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 381 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,219 | 652 | 567 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 214 | 114 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 782 | 409 | 373 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 381 | 209 | 172 |
| Literate Population | 567 | 437 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 652 | 215 | 437 |
Nearby Villages of Chari
Chari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Arangpani | North | 2.87 km |
| Chanaga | East | 3.34 km |
| Jura | South-East | 3.76 km |
| Ghaghari | South-West | 4.21 km |
| Lavband | North | 5.27 km |
| Fata Pakhana | North | 5.68 km |
| Kirwil | West | 5.75 km |
| Khara Dih | South | 5.86 km |
| Lilasi Khurd | North-East | 6.00 km |
| Duba | South-West | 6.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chari
Chari is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Jharokhas, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 129.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dudhi to Chari is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sonbhadra to Chari is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chari 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chari 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chari
Where is Chari located?
Chari village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chari?
The Gram Panchayat of Chari is Chairi.
What is the pincode of Chari?
The pincode of Chari is 231208.
What is the population of Chari?
Chari has a total population of 1,219, including 652 males and 567 females.
How many households are there in Chari?
There are 211 households in Chari.
What is the literacy rate in Chari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chari is 46.51%. Male literacy is 67.02% and female literacy is 22.93%.