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
As per Census 2011, Chori village has a total population of 231 people, consisting of 106 males and 125 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 1,179 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 166 literate and 65 illiterate residents. Additionally, 50 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chori are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 231, including 106 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Chori?
There are 56 households in Chori.
What is the literacy rate in Chori?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chori is 71.86%. Male literacy is 76.42% and female literacy is 68.00%.