Choura - Chowki Choura, Jammu
Choura is a village situated in the Chowki Choura tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 25 km from Akhnoor and around 53 km from Jammu. Choura village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Choura is 005458. The village covers a total geographical area of 1946.6 hectares and falls under the 181201 pincode. Akhnoor is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Choura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akhnoor Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Choura
According to the 2011 Census, Choura village had a total population of 1,945 people, including 1,049 males and 896 females, living in 445 households. The sex ratio was 854 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.16%, with male literacy at 86.84% and female literacy at 66.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 170, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 9.
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 | 1,945 | 1,049 | 896 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 303 | 183 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 170 | 99 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,267 | 752 | 515 |
| Illiterate Population | 678 | 297 | 381 |
Nearby Villages of Choura
Choura 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 Choura
Choura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Akhnoor to Choura is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Choura is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Choura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Choura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Choura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Choura 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Choura
Where is Choura located?
Choura village is located in Chowki Choura Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Choura?
Choura is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Choura?
The pincode of Choura is 181201.
What is the population of Choura?
Choura had a total population of 1,945, including 1,049 males and 896 females.
How many households are there in Choura?
Choura had 445 households.
What is the literacy rate in Choura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Choura was 77.16%. Male literacy was 86.84% and female literacy was 66.37%.