Chorkhora - Barsoi, Katihar
Chorkhora is a village situated in the Barsoi subdivision of Katihar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barsoi and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Katihar. Chapakhor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chorkhora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chorkhora is 224921. The village covers a total geographical area of 202 hectares and falls under the 855102 pincode. Katihar is the nearest town, located about 73 km away.
Chorkhora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chorkhora
According to the 2011 Census, Chorkhora village had a total population of 1,214 people, including 645 males and 569 females, living in 264 households. The sex ratio was 882 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.30%, with male literacy at 71.10% and female literacy at 60.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 32.
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 | 1,214 | 645 | 569 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 217 | 119 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 661 | 374 | 287 |
| Illiterate Population | 553 | 271 | 282 |
Nearby Villages of Chorkhora
Chorkhora 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 Chorkhora
Chorkhora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katihar to Chorkhora is about 73 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chorkhora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chorkhora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Chorkhora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chorkhora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chorkhora
Where is Chorkhora located?
Chorkhora village is located in Barsoi Subdivision, Katihar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chorkhora?
The Gram Panchayat of Chorkhora is Chapakhor.
What is the pincode of Chorkhora?
The pincode of Chorkhora is 855102.
What is the population of Chorkhora?
Chorkhora had a total population of 1,214, including 645 males and 569 females.
How many households are there in Chorkhora?
Chorkhora had 264 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chorkhora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chorkhora was 66.30%. Male literacy was 71.10% and female literacy was 60.93%.