Chouri - Loharghat, Solan
Chouri is a village situated in the Loharghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 150 km from Solan. Saur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chouri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chouri is 020547. The village covers a total geographical area of 54 hectares and falls under the 174102 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Chouri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chouri
According to the 2011 Census, Chouri village had a total population of 214 people, including 117 males and 97 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 829 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.75%, with male literacy at 91.75% and female literacy at 68.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 39.
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 | 214 | 117 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 20 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 22 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 151 | 89 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 28 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Chouri
Chouri 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 Chouri
Chouri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Chouri is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chouri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chouri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chouri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chouri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chouri
Where is Chouri located?
Chouri village is located in Loharghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chouri?
The Gram Panchayat of Chouri is Saur.
What is the pincode of Chouri?
The pincode of Chouri is 174102.
What is the population of Chouri?
Chouri had a total population of 214, including 117 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Chouri?
Chouri had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chouri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chouri was 80.75%. Male literacy was 91.75% and female literacy was 68.89%.