Chaura - Ketar*, Garhwa
Chaura is a village situated in the Ketar* subdivision of Garhwa district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ketar and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Garhwa. Parsodih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaura is 347207. The village covers a total geographical area of 627 hectares and falls under the 822112 pincode.
Chaura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Chaura
According to the 2011 Census, Chaura village had a total population of 933 people, including 475 males and 458 females, living in 190 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.89%, with male literacy at 67.08% and female literacy at 36.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 343.
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 | 933 | 475 | 458 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 171 | 71 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 343 | 181 | 162 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 403 | 271 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 530 | 204 | 326 |
Nearby Villages of Chaura
Chaura 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 Chaura
Chaura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chaura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Garhwa to Chaura is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chaura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chaura
Where is Chaura located?
Chaura village is located in Ketar* Subdivision, Garhwa district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chaura?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaura is Parsodih.
What is the pincode of Chaura?
The pincode of Chaura is 822112.
What is the population of Chaura?
Chaura had a total population of 933, including 475 males and 458 females.
How many households are there in Chaura?
Chaura had 190 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaura was 52.89%. Male literacy was 67.08% and female literacy was 36.87%.