Chur - Kalyanpur, Devbhumi Dwarka
Chur is a village situated in the Kalyanpur taluka of Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 35 km from Kalyanpur and around 90 km from Jamnagar. Chur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chur is 513976. The village covers a total geographical area of 1715.34 hectares and falls under the 361306 pincode. Khambhalia is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Chur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dwarka Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chur
According to the 2011 Census, Chur village had a total population of 1,546 people, including 771 males and 775 females, living in 291 households. The sex ratio was 1,005 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.72%, with male literacy at 77.57% and female literacy at 53.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 136, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 1,546 | 771 | 775 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 89 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 136 | 64 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 901 | 529 | 372 |
| Illiterate Population | 645 | 242 | 403 |
Nearby Villages of Chur
Chur 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 Chur
Public transport in the Chur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Khambhalia to Chur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Chur is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chur
Where is Chur located?
Chur village is located in Kalyanpur Taluka, Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chur?
Chur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chur?
The pincode of Chur is 361306.
What is the population of Chur?
Chur had a total population of 1,546, including 771 males and 775 females.
How many households are there in Chur?
Chur had 291 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chur was 65.72%. Male literacy was 77.57% and female literacy was 53.99%.