Chora
Chora is a village located in Deesa taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Deesa (tehsildar office) and 53km away from district headquarter Palanpur. As per 2009 stats, Chora village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chora unique in its vibrant Deesa-Banas Kantha region. You’ll see Chora’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 Chora
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chora is 508233. The village spans a total geographical area of 809.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385545. Dhanera is nearest town to Chora village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chora village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Deesa Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chora
Population of Chora
According to the 2011 Census, Chora has a total population of about 2,537, with approximately 1,282 males and 1,255 females. The sex ratio is around 978 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 453 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 162 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 40.05%, with male literacy at about 49.77% and female literacy near 30.12%. There are around 386 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chora's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,537 | 1,282 | 1,255 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 453 | 234 | 219 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 162 | 86 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,016 | 638 | 378 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,521 | 644 | 877 |
Connectivity of Chora
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chora. As per the 2011 stats, Chora had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chora
Knowing the nearby villages of Chora helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chora.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chora
- Where is Chora located?
- Chora village is situated in Deesa Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chora?
- Chora serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chora?
- The pincode of Chora is 385545, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chora as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chora is 2,537, with 1,282 males and 1,255 females.
- How many households are there in Chora as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chora village has a total of 386 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chora as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chora is 40.05%. The male literacy rate is 49.77%, while the female literacy rate is 30.12%.