Chori
Chori is a village located in Khundian tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 70km away from district headquarter Khundian. Khundian is the sub-district headquarter of Chori village. As per 2009 stats, Bari Kalan is the gram panchayat of Chori village.
Here you can discover what makes Chori unique in its vibrant Khundian-Kangra region. You’ll see Chori’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 Chori
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chori is 010834. The village spans a total geographical area of 79.44 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176031. Jawalamukhi is nearest town to Chori village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Chori 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 Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chori
Population of Chori
According to the 2011 Census, Chori has a total population of about 162, with approximately 83 males and 79 females. The sex ratio is around 951 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 9 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 78 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 77.78%, with male literacy at about 85.54% and female literacy near 69.62%. There are around 33 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chori's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 162 | 83 | 79 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 7 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 40 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 126 | 71 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 12 | 24 |
Connectivity of Chori
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chori. As per the 2011 stats, Chori had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chori
Knowing the nearby villages of Chori helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chori.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chori
- Where is Chori located?
- Chori village is situated in Khundian Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chori?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chori is Bari Kalan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chori?
- The pincode of Chori is 176031, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chori as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chori is 162, with 83 males and 79 females.
- How many households are there in Chori as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chori village has a total of 33 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chori as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chori is 77.78%. The male literacy rate is 85.54%, while the female literacy rate is 69.62%.