Chilora
Chilora is a village located in Baihar tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 103km away from sub-district headquarter Baihar (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Chouriya is the gram panchayat of Chilora village.
Here you can discover what makes Chilora unique in its vibrant Baihar-Balaghat region. You’ll see Chilora’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chilora
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chilora is 498072. The village spans a total geographical area of 668.31 hectares. Lanji is nearest town to Chilora village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chilora village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Baihar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balaghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chilora
Population of Chilora
According to the 2011 Census, Chilora has a total population of about 657, with approximately 317 males and 340 females. The sex ratio is around 1072 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 105 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 5 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 301. The overall literacy rate is approximately 44.90%, with male literacy at about 48.58% and female literacy near 41.47%. There are around 106 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chilora's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 657 | 317 | 340 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 58 | 47 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 301 | 143 | 158 |
Literate Population | 295 | 154 | 141 |
Illiterate Population | 362 | 163 | 199 |
Connectivity of Chilora
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chilora. As per the 2011 stats, Chilora had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chilora
Knowing the nearby villages of Chilora helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chilora.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chilora
- Where is Chilora located?
- Chilora village is situated in Baihar Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chilora?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chilora is Chouriya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Chilora as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chilora is 657, with 317 males and 340 females.
- How many households are there in Chilora as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chilora village has a total of 106 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chilora as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chilora is 44.90%. The male literacy rate is 48.58%, while the female literacy rate is 41.47%.