Chorimala - Bhiloda, Arvalli
Chorimala is a village situated in the Bhiloda taluka of Arvalli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from Bhiloda and around 75 km from Himatnagar. Chorimala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chorimala is 510152. The village covers a total geographical area of 414.48 hectares and falls under the 383246 pincode. Bhiloda is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Chorimala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhiloda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sabarkantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chorimala
As per Census 2011, Chorimala village has a total population of 2,024 people, consisting of 998 males and 1,026 females. The village has 404 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 268 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,431 literate and 593 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,001 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chorimala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,024 | 998 | 1,026 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 268 | 127 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,001 | 988 | 1,013 |
| Literate Population | 1,431 | 811 | 620 |
| Illiterate Population | 593 | 187 | 406 |
Nearby Villages of Chorimala
Chorimala 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 Chorimala
Chorimala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhiloda to Chorimala is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Chorimala is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chorimala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chorimala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chorimala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chorimala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chorimala
Where is Chorimala located?
Chorimala village is located in Bhiloda Taluka, Arvalli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chorimala?
Chorimala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chorimala?
The pincode of Chorimala is 383246.
What is the population of Chorimala?
Chorimala has a total population of 2,024, including 998 males and 1,026 females.
How many households are there in Chorimala?
There are 404 households in Chorimala.
What is the literacy rate in Chorimala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chorimala is 70.70%. Male literacy is 81.26% and female literacy is 60.43%.