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.
Chilora has its own place in the vibrant Balaghat 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Chilora as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chilora village:
- The total population of Chilora village is around 657, including approximately 317 males and 340 females, with a sex ratio of 1072 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 105 children aged 0–6 years in Chilora village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chilora village has 5 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 301 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chilora village is about 44.90%, with male literacy at 48.58% and female literacy at 41.47%.
- There are around 106 households in Chilora village.
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) |
|---|---|
| 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%.