Charu Beta - Khatima, Udham Singh Nagar
Charu Beta is a village situated in the Khatima tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khatima and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Charubeta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charu Beta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charu Beta is 056275. The village covers a total geographical area of 283.53 hectares and falls under the 262308 pincode. Khatima is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Charu Beta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nanak matta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charu Beta
According to the 2011 Census, Charu Beta village had a total population of 3,422 people, including 1,754 males and 1,668 females, living in 631 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.58%, with male literacy at 83.36% and female literacy at 61.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 683, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 797.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,422 | 1,754 | 1,668 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 461 | 234 | 227 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 683 | 359 | 324 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 797 | 387 | 410 |
| Literate Population | 2,149 | 1,267 | 882 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,273 | 487 | 786 |
Nearby Villages of Charu Beta
Charu Beta 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 Charu Beta
Charu Beta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Charu Beta.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khatima to Charu Beta is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Charu Beta is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charu Beta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charu Beta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Charu Beta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charu Beta 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Charu Beta
Where is Charu Beta located?
Charu Beta village is located in Khatima Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Charu Beta?
The Gram Panchayat of Charu Beta is Charubeta.
What is the pincode of Charu Beta?
The pincode of Charu Beta is 262308.
What is the population of Charu Beta?
Charu Beta had a total population of 3,422, including 1,754 males and 1,668 females.
How many households are there in Charu Beta?
Charu Beta had 631 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charu Beta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charu Beta was 72.58%. Male literacy was 83.36% and female literacy was 61.21%.