Chaura Ama - Pathalgaon, Jashpur
Chaura Ama is a village situated in the Pathalgaon tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pathalgaon and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Tirsoth serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaura Ama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaura Ama is 434253. The village covers a total geographical area of 331.56 hectares and falls under the 496118 pincode. Pathalgaon is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Chaura Ama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pathalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chaura Ama
As per Census 2011, Chaura Ama village has a total population of 815 people, consisting of 406 males and 409 females. The village has 172 households and a sex ratio of 1,007 females per 1,000 males. There are 121 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 513 literate and 302 illiterate residents. Additionally, 42 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 582 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chaura Ama are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 815 | 406 | 409 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 66 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 20 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 582 | 295 | 287 |
| Literate Population | 513 | 282 | 231 |
| Illiterate Population | 302 | 124 | 178 |
Nearby Villages of Chaura Ama
Chaura Ama 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 Chaura Ama
Chaura Ama is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pathalgaon to Chaura Ama is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Chaura Ama is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaura Ama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaura Ama 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chaura Ama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaura Ama village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chaura Ama
Where is Chaura Ama located?
Chaura Ama village is located in Pathalgaon Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaura Ama?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaura Ama is Tirsoth.
What is the pincode of Chaura Ama?
The pincode of Chaura Ama is 496118.
What is the population of Chaura Ama?
Chaura Ama has a total population of 815, including 406 males and 409 females.
How many households are there in Chaura Ama?
There are 172 households in Chaura Ama.
What is the literacy rate in Chaura Ama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaura Ama is 62.94%. Male literacy is 69.46% and female literacy is 56.48%.