Chori - Shahpur, Kangra
Chori is a village situated in the Shahpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Bhanala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chori village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chori is 009347. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.03 hectares and falls under the 176206 pincode. Dharmsala 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 Shahpur 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 231 people, including 106 males and 125 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 1,179 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.67%, with male literacy at 83.51% and female literacy at 74.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 50, 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 | 231 | 106 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 23 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 166 | 81 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 25 | 40 |
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
Chori is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chori
Where is Chori located?
Chori village is located in Shahpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chori?
The Gram Panchayat of Chori is Bhanala.
What is the pincode of Chori?
The pincode of Chori is 176206.
What is the population of Chori?
Chori had a total population of 231, including 106 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Chori?
Chori had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chori?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chori was 78.67%. Male literacy was 83.51% and female literacy was 74.56%.