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Village code 617717
Charvaka Village, Puttur Taluk: Map, PIN Code and Population
Charvaka is a village in Puttur Taluk, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.
Data last reviewed: 28 April 2026. Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed.
Village Overview
Charvaka is a village in Puttur Taluk, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka. For Charvaka, the population is 2,977, PIN code is 574328 and Census village code is 617717. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.
Source year
Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities
Important note
Map and data are for general information. Verify legal and land records from official sources.
Google Map of Charvaka Village
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Quick Facts
| Village code | 617717 |
|---|---|
| PIN code | 574328 |
| Population | 2,977 |
| Households | 602 |
| Area | 1,164.99 ha / 11.65 sq. km / 2,879 acres |
| Population density | 256 people per sq. km |
| Sex ratio | 955 females per 1,000 males |
| Nearest town | Puttur (25 km) |
| Current state | Karnataka |
| Census 2011 state | Karnataka |
| Current district | Dakshina Kannada |
| Census 2011 district | Dakshina Kannada |
Postal and PIN Code Details
The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 574328. This helps users verify the postal area for Charvaka, but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.
| PIN code | 574328 |
|---|---|
| Post offices linked with this PIN | Charvaka B.O, Kaniyur(Puttur) S.O, Bobbekri B.O, Dolpady B.O, Murulya B.O, and Yenmur B.O |
| Best matching post office | Charvaka B.O (Branch office) |
| Delivery office records | 6 |
| Postal district | Dakshina Kannada |
| Postal state | Karnataka |
| Postal division | Puttur Division |
| Postal circle | Karnataka Circle |
| Source | India Post Postal Index Number code reference data |
Location and Administration
Charvaka comes under Kaniyoor gram panchayat and Puttur C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Puttur Taluk, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The taluk headquarters is Puttur at 25 km. The Census district headquarters, Mangalore, is 79 km away.
| Current state | Karnataka |
|---|---|
| Census 2011 state | Karnataka |
| Current district | Dakshina Kannada |
| Census 2011 district | Dakshina Kannada |
| State code | 29 |
| District code | 575 |
| Taluk / Census sub-district code | 5564 |
| C.D. Block code | 132 |
| Block panchayat code | 132 |
Population Profile
The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Charvaka village and its household count.
Total population
2,977 residents in 602 households
Male population
1,523
Female population
1,454
SC/ST population
Scheduled Castes: 638; Scheduled Tribes: 4
SC male/female split
Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported
ST male/female split
Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported
Schools and Education
This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.
Government pre-primary school
Not available in village
Private pre-primary school
Not available in village
Government primary school
Available; count: 3
Private primary school
Not available in village
Middle school
Available; government count: 2
Secondary school
Not available in village
Senior secondary school
Not available in village
Vocational / ITI training
Not available in village
Arts and science degree college
Not available in village
Health Facilities
Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.
| Primary health sub-centre | 1 |
|---|---|
| ASHA worker | Available |
Connectivity and Public Services
An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.
| Public bus service | Available |
|---|---|
| Private bus service | Available |
| Railway station | Not available in village |
| National highway | Not available in village |
| State highway | Not available in village |
| Major district road | Available |
| Black topped road | Available |
| All-weather road | Not available in village |
| Post office | Not available in village |
| Village PIN code facility | Available |
| Mobile phone coverage | Available |
| CSC / internet cafe | Not available in village |
| ATM | Not available in village |
| Commercial bank | Not available in village |
| Cooperative bank | Not available in village |
| Agricultural credit society | Not available in village |
| PDS shop | Available |
| Mandi / regular market | Not available in village |
| Weekly haat | Not available in village |
| Self-help group | Available |
| Anganwadi centre | Available |
| Assembly polling station | Available |
| Birth and death registration office | Available |
| Daily newspaper supply | Available |
| Sports field | Not available in village |
| Public library | Available |
| Public reading room | Available |
Water, Sanitation and Power
Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.
| Treated tap water | Not available in village |
|---|---|
| Untreated tap water | Not available in village |
| Hand pump | Available |
| Tube wells / boreholes | Available |
| Closed drainage | Not available in village |
| Open drainage | Not available in village |
| Total sanitation campaign coverage | Not available in village |
Agriculture and Land Use
Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.
| Net area sown | 326.58 hectares |
|---|---|
| Irrigated area | 250 hectares |
| Unirrigated area | 76.58 hectares |
| Wells / tube wells irrigated area | 219 hectares |
| Forest area | 490.89 hectares |
| Non-agricultural area | 105.66 hectares |
| Current fallow land | 5.45 hectares |
| Other fallow land | 9.71 hectares |
| Main crop | Arecanut |
| Second crop | Coconut |
Nearby Facility Clues
When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.
| Secondary school | Not available in village; nearest reported place: Kaniyoor, 5-10 km away. |
|---|---|
| Senior secondary school | Not available in village; nearest reported place: Kaniyoor, 5-10 km away. |
| Railway station | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away. |
| Post office | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away. |
| Commercial bank | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away. |
| ATM | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km. |
| Mandi / regular market | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away. |
How to Reach Charvaka
Puttur (25 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Puttur is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.
| Nearest major town | Puttur (25 km) |
|---|---|
| Taluk headquarters | Puttur (25 km) |
| Public bus service | Available |
| Railway station in village | Not available in village |
| All-weather road | Not available in village |
Source-Year Notes
Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Taluk, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.
For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.
Official Records and Useful Links
Use these official links to verify current government information. Village Maps shows Census 2011 and public directory data for general reference.
- Karnataka government website Official state/UT portal
- Dakshina Kannada district administration Official district portal
- Bhoomi land records Verify land records officially
- Census India Village code 617717
- India Post PIN code search 574328
Additional Facilities Reported
This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Charvaka. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.
| Govt Primary School | Available; 3 |
|---|---|
| Govt Middle School | Available; 2 |
| Primary Health Sub Centre | 1 |
| Primary Heallth Sub Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 1 |
| Primary Heallth Sub Centre Para Medical Staff in Position | 1 |
| Family Welfare Centre | 1 |
| Family Welfare Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 1 |
| Family Welfare Centre Para Medical Staff in Position | 1 |
| Uncovered Well | Available |
| Uncovered Well Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Uncovered Well Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Hand Pump | Available |
| Hand Pump Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Hand Pump Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Tube Wells/Borehole | Available |
| Tube Wells Borehole Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Tube Wells Borehole Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| River Canal | Available |
| Sub Post Office | Available |
| Telephone Landlines | Available |
| Public Call Office Mobile PCO | Available |
| Mobile Phone Coverage | Available |
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available |
| Other District Road | Available |
| Black Topped (Pucca) Road | Available |
| Gravel Kuchha Roads | Available |
| Water Bounded Macadam | Available |
| Foothpath | Available |
| Self Help Group SHG | Available |
| Public Distribution System PDS Shop | Available |
| Nutritional Centres ICDS | Available |
| Nutritional Centres Anganwadi Centre | Available |
| ASHA | Available |
| Public Library | Available |
| Public Reading Room | Available |
How to Use Survey Number and Map Details
Use the village code, district, taluk, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Charvaka village located?
Charvaka is located in Puttur Taluk, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Dakshina Kannada.
Which Taluk is Charvaka in?
Charvaka is in Puttur Taluk. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.
Which district is Charvaka in?
District: Dakshina Kannada.
What is the village code of Charvaka?
The Census village code of Charvaka is 617717.
What is the PIN code of Charvaka?
The PIN code reported for Charvaka is 574328.
What is the population of Charvaka?
Charvaka has 2,977 residents in 602 households as per Census 2011.
Which gram panchayat is Charvaka part of?
Charvaka comes under Kaniyoor gram panchayat.
Which is the nearest town to Charvaka?
The nearest statutory town to Charvaka is Puttur (25 km).
Which crops are grown in Charvaka?
The main crops reported for Charvaka are Arecanut and Coconut.
What land-use details are available for Charvaka?
Land-use details for Charvaka include net area sown: 326.58 hectares, irrigated area: 250 hectares, and unirrigated area: 76.58 hectares.
Is there a government primary school in Charvaka?
Government primary school status for Charvaka is available in the village.
Is public bus service available in Charvaka?
Public bus service is available in the village.
Is mobile phone coverage available in Charvaka?
Mobile phone coverage is available in the village.
What is the total area of Charvaka?
The total geographical area of Charvaka is 1,164.99 hectares.
How many households are in Charvaka?
Charvaka has 602 households as per Census 2011.