Chorli - Bishnah, Jammu
Chorli is a village situated in the Bishnah tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishnah and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Jammu. Chorli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chorli is 006201. The village covers a total geographical area of 208 hectares and falls under the 181132 pincode. Bishnah is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Chorli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bishnah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chorli
As per Census 2011, Chorli village has a total population of 1,562 people, consisting of 804 males and 758 females. The village has 321 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 169 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,146 literate and 416 illiterate residents. Additionally, 983 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 78 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chorli are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Chorli
Chorli is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Bana Brahamana | North-East | 1.50 km |
| Deoli | West | 1.98 km |
| Ratnal | East | 2.71 km |
| Laswara | South-West | 2.89 km |
| Chak Ratnal | South-East | 2.91 km |
| Shahpur Brahamana | South-East | 4.24 km |
| Nandrol | South-East | 4.29 km |
| Pandori Manhasan | South | 4.38 km |
| Pasgal | South | 4.86 km |
| Mangal | South-East | 5.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chorli
Chorli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bari Brahman, while the nearest airport is Jammu Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 10.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bishnah to Chorli is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Chorli is about 23 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 Chorli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chorli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chorli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chorli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chorli
Where is Chorli located?
Chorli village is located in Bishnah Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chorli?
Chorli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chorli?
The pincode of Chorli is 181132.
What is the population of Chorli?
Chorli has a total population of 1,562, including 804 males and 758 females.
How many households are there in Chorli?
There are 321 households in Chorli.
What is the literacy rate in Chorli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chorli is 73.37%. Male literacy is 78.36% and female literacy is 68.07%.