Chaura

Chaura is a village located in Nilambar Pitambarpur subdivision of Palamu district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Nilambar-pitambarpur(lesliganj) (tehsildar office) and 49km away from district headquarter Palamu. As per 2009 stats, Chaura village is also a gram panchayat.

Chaura has its own place in the vibrant Palamu region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Chaura

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chaura is 366602. The village spans a total geographical area of 254 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822118. Nilambar Pitambarpur is nearest town to Chaura village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Chaura

Below is a concise population overview of Chaura as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,362 692 670
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 241 117 124
Scheduled Castes (SC) 871 445 426
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 579 360 219
Illiterate Population 783 332 451

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chaura village:

  • The total population of Chaura village is around 1,362, including approximately 692 males and 670 females, with a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 241 children aged 0–6 years in Chaura village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chaura village has 871 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Chaura village is about 42.51%, with male literacy at 52.02% and female literacy at 32.69%.
  • There are around 306 households in Chaura village.

Connectivity of Chaura

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chaura. As per the 2011 stats, Chaura had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Chaura

Knowing the nearby villages of Chaura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chaura.

Bansdohar Patkhauliya Bansdih Phulang Rajpur Baurakhar Amwa Khurd Jharha Duba Bhogu Sembhuchak

Frequently Asked Questions about Chaura

Where is Chaura located?
Chaura village is situated in Nilambar Pitambarpur Subdivision, within the Palamu district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaura?
Chaura serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Chaura?
The pincode of Chaura is 822118, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chaura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chaura is 1,362, with 692 males and 670 females.
How many households are there in Chaura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chaura village has a total of 306 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaura as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chaura is 42.51%. The male literacy rate is 52.02%, while the female literacy rate is 32.69%.