Chaura
Chaura is a village located in Rajpur tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Rajpur (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Chaura village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chaura unique in its vibrant Rajpur-Surguja region. You’ll see Chaura’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 Chaura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chaura is 433287. The village spans a total geographical area of 1739.98 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497118. Rajpur is nearest town to Chaura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Chaura
Population of Chaura
According to the 2011 Census, Chaura has a total population of about 2,240, with approximately 1,083 males and 1,157 females. The sex ratio is around 1068 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 411 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 93 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,579. The overall literacy rate is approximately 42.72%, with male literacy at about 50.60% and female literacy near 35.35%. There are around 513 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chaura's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,240 | 1,083 | 1,157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 411 | 204 | 207 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 44 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,579 | 765 | 814 |
| Literate Population | 957 | 548 | 409 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,283 | 535 | 748 |
Connectivity of Chaura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chaura. As per the 2011 stats, Chaura had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chaura
Knowing the nearby villages of Chaura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chaura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chaura
- Where is Chaura located?
- Chaura village is situated in Rajpur Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chaura?
- Chaura serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chaura?
- The pincode of Chaura is 497118, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chaura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chaura is 2,240, with 1,083 males and 1,157 females.
- How many households are there in Chaura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chaura village has a total of 513 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chaura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chaura is 42.72%. The male literacy rate is 50.60%, while the female literacy rate is 35.35%.