Chorli
Chorli is a village located in Bishnah tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Bishnah (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Chorli village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chorli unique in its vibrant Bishnah-Jammu region. You’ll see Chorli’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 Chorli
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chorli is 006201. The village spans a total geographical area of 208 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181132. Bishnah is nearest town to Chorli village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chorli 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 Bishnah Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jammu Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chorli
Population of Chorli
According to the 2011 Census, Chorli has a total population of about 1,562, with approximately 804 males and 758 females. The sex ratio is around 942 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 169 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 983 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 78. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.37%, with male literacy at about 78.36% and female literacy near 68.07%. There are around 321 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chorli's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,562 | 804 | 758 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 92 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 983 | 506 | 477 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 78 | 37 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 1,146 | 630 | 516 |
| Illiterate Population | 416 | 174 | 242 |
Connectivity of Chorli
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chorli. As per the 2011 stats, Chorli had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chorli
Knowing the nearby villages of Chorli helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chorli.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chorli
- Where is Chorli located?
- Chorli village is situated in Bishnah Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chorli?
- Chorli serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chorli?
- The pincode of Chorli is 181132, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chorli as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chorli is 1,562, with 804 males and 758 females.
- How many households are there in Chorli as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chorli village has a total of 321 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chorli as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chorli is 73.37%. The male literacy rate is 78.36%, while the female literacy rate is 68.07%.