Charbang - Ghaat, Chamoli
Charbang is a village situated in the Ghaat tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 45 km from Chamoli and around 55 km from Gopeshwar. Charbang village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charbang is 041066. The village covers a total geographical area of 270.01 hectares and falls under the 246435 pincode. Nandprayag is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Charbang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tharali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charbang
As per Census 2011, Charbang village has a total population of 472 people, consisting of 217 males and 255 females. The village has 88 households and a sex ratio of 1,175 females per 1,000 males. There are 96 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 270 literate and 202 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charbang are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 472 | 217 | 255 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 51 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 270 | 146 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 202 | 71 | 131 |
Nearby Villages of Charbang
Charbang is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Charbang
Charbang is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Nandprayag to Charbang is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Charbang is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charbang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charbang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Charbang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charbang village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Charbang
Where is Charbang located?
Charbang village is located in Ghaat Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charbang?
Charbang is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Charbang?
The pincode of Charbang is 246435.
What is the population of Charbang?
Charbang has a total population of 472, including 217 males and 255 females.
How many households are there in Charbang?
There are 88 households in Charbang.
What is the literacy rate in Charbang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charbang is 57.20%. Male literacy is 67.28% and female literacy is 48.63%.