Chharba
Chharba is a village located in Vikasnagar tehsil of Dehradun district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Vikasnagar (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Dehradun. As per 2009 stats, Charba is the gram panchayat of Chharba village.
Here you can discover what makes Chharba unique in its vibrant Vikasnagar-Dehradun region. You’ll see Chharba’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chharba
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chharba is 045088. The village spans a total geographical area of 1567.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 248197. Herbertpur is nearest town to Chharba village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chharba village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Vikasnagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chharba
Population of Chharba
According to the 2011 Census, Chharba has a total population of about 7,268, with approximately 3,790 males and 3,478 females. The sex ratio is around 917 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,013 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 420 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 20. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.10%, with male literacy at about 71.03% and female literacy near 60.72%. There are around 1,425 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chharba's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,268 | 3,790 | 3,478 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,013 | 536 | 477 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 420 | 228 | 192 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 4,804 | 2,692 | 2,112 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,464 | 1,098 | 1,366 |
Connectivity of Chharba
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chharba. As per the 2011 stats, Chharba had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chharba
Knowing the nearby villages of Chharba helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chharba.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chharba
- Where is Chharba located?
- Chharba village is situated in Vikasnagar Tehsil, within the Dehradun district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chharba?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chharba is Charba (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chharba?
- The pincode of Chharba is 248197, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chharba as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chharba is 7,268, with 3,790 males and 3,478 females.
- How many households are there in Chharba as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chharba village has a total of 1,425 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chharba as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chharba is 66.10%. The male literacy rate is 71.03%, while the female literacy rate is 60.72%.