Chooro - Khoie, Baramulla
Chooro is a village situated in the Khoie tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from Sopore and around 15 km from Baramulla. Putkha Muqam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chooro village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chooro is 002226. The village covers a total geographical area of 94.3 hectares and falls under the 193201 pincode. Sopore is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Chooro village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sopore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chooro
According to the 2011 Census, Chooro village had a total population of 794 people, including 419 males and 375 females, living in 119 households. The sex ratio was 895 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.18%, with male literacy at 82.80% and female literacy at 60.87%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 794 | 419 | 375 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 76 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 480 | 284 | 196 |
| Illiterate Population | 314 | 135 | 179 |
Nearby Villages of Chooro
Chooro 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 Chooro
Chooro is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Chooro.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sopore to Chooro is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baramulla to Chooro is about 15 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 Chooro
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chooro village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chooro
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chooro village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chooro
Where is Chooro located?
Chooro village is located in Khoie Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chooro?
The Gram Panchayat of Chooro is Putkha Muqam.
What is the pincode of Chooro?
The pincode of Chooro is 193201.
What is the population of Chooro?
Chooro had a total population of 794, including 419 males and 375 females.
How many households are there in Chooro?
Chooro had 119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chooro?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chooro was 72.18%. Male literacy was 82.80% and female literacy was 60.87%.