Chorasan - Danta, Banas Kantha
Chorasan is a village situated in the Danta taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Danta and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Ghorad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chorasan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chorasan is 507966. The village covers a total geographical area of 283.72 hectares and falls under the 385120 pincode. Palanpur is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Chorasan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Danta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chorasan
According to the 2011 Census, Chorasan village had a total population of 1,694 people, including 897 males and 797 females, living in 264 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.66%, with male literacy at 71.36% and female literacy at 44.23%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,649.
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 | 1,694 | 897 | 797 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 453 | 237 | 216 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,649 | 872 | 777 |
| Literate Population | 728 | 471 | 257 |
| Illiterate Population | 966 | 426 | 540 |
Nearby Villages of Chorasan
Chorasan 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 Chorasan
Chorasan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Chorasan has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palanpur to Chorasan is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chorasan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chorasan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chorasan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chorasan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chorasan
Where is Chorasan located?
Chorasan village is located in Danta Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chorasan?
The Gram Panchayat of Chorasan is Ghorad.
What is the pincode of Chorasan?
The pincode of Chorasan is 385120.
What is the population of Chorasan?
Chorasan had a total population of 1,694, including 897 males and 797 females.
How many households are there in Chorasan?
Chorasan had 264 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chorasan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chorasan was 58.66%. Male literacy was 71.36% and female literacy was 44.23%.