Chori - Lagru, Kangra
Chori is a village situated in the Lagru tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 70 km from Dharmsala. Hardeepur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chori village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chori is 010834. The village covers a total geographical area of 79.44 hectares and falls under the 176031 pincode. Jawalamukhi is the nearest town.
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 Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chori
According to the 2011 Census, Chori village had a total population of 162 people, including 83 males and 79 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.35%, with male literacy at 93.42% and female literacy at 71.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 78.
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 | 162 | 83 | 79 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 7 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 40 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 126 | 71 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 12 | 24 |
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 facilities are available within <1 km of the Chori.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Chori is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 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 <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chori
Where is Chori located?
Chori village is located in Lagru Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chori?
The Gram Panchayat of Chori is Hardeepur.
What is the pincode of Chori?
The pincode of Chori is 176031.
What is the population of Chori?
Chori had a total population of 162, including 83 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Chori?
Chori had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chori?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chori was 82.35%. Male literacy was 93.42% and female literacy was 71.43%.