Chori - Danta, Banas Kantha
Chori is a village situated in the Danta taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Danta and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Kanabiyavas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chori village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chori is 507871. The village covers a total geographical area of 610.93 hectares and falls under the 385120 pincode. Ambaji is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Chori 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 Chori
According to the 2011 Census, Chori village had a total population of 957 people, including 490 males and 467 females, living in 126 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.66%, with male literacy at 67.13% and female literacy at 41.42%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 925.
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 | 957 | 490 | 467 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 260 | 131 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 925 | 472 | 453 |
| Literate Population | 381 | 241 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 576 | 249 | 327 |
Nearby Villages of Chori
Chori 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 Chori
Chori is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Ambaji to Chori is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Chori is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chori
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chori village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chori
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chori 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chori
Where is Chori located?
Chori village is located in Danta Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chori?
The Gram Panchayat of Chori is Kanabiyavas.
What is the pincode of Chori?
The pincode of Chori is 385120.
What is the population of Chori?
Chori had a total population of 957, including 490 males and 467 females.
How many households are there in Chori?
Chori had 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chori?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chori was 54.66%. Male literacy was 67.13% and female literacy was 41.42%.