Chori - Lunawada, Mahisagar
Chori is a village situated in the Lunawada taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Lunawada and around 55 km from Godhra. Chori village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chori is 518224. The village covers a total geographical area of 242.63 hectares and falls under the 388270 pincode. Lunawada is the nearest town, located about 20 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 Lunawada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Panchmahal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chori
According to the 2011 Census, Chori village had a total population of 1,118 people, including 567 males and 551 females, living in 214 households. The sex ratio was 972 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.56%, with male literacy at 87.34% and female literacy at 55.41%.
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 | 1,118 | 567 | 551 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 85 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 682 | 421 | 261 |
| Illiterate Population | 436 | 146 | 290 |
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
Public transport in the Chori 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 Lunawada to Chori is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Chori is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 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 >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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chori
Where is Chori located?
Chori village is located in Lunawada Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chori?
Chori is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chori?
The pincode of Chori is 388270.
What is the population of Chori?
Chori had a total population of 1,118, including 567 males and 551 females.
How many households are there in Chori?
Chori had 214 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chori?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chori was 71.56%. Male literacy was 87.34% and female literacy was 55.41%.