Chaura - Tarhasi, Palamu
Chaura is a village situated in the Tarhasi subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tarhasi and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Medininagar (daltonganj). Arka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaura is 366165. The village covers a total geographical area of 22.42 hectares and falls under the 822118 pincode.
Chaura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chaura
As per Census 2011, Chaura village has a total population of 249 people, consisting of 122 males and 127 females. The village has 69 households and a sex ratio of 1,040 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 186 literate and 63 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chaura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 249 | 122 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 186 | 107 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 15 | 48 |
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.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Medininagar (daltonganj) to Chaura is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 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) | 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 Chaura
Where is Chaura located?
Chaura village is located in Tarhasi Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaura?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaura is Arka.
What is the pincode of Chaura?
The pincode of Chaura is 822118.
What is the population of Chaura?
Chaura has a total population of 249, including 122 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Chaura?
There are 69 households in Chaura.
What is the literacy rate in Chaura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaura is 74.70%. Male literacy is 87.70% and female literacy is 62.20%.