Choma - Pachore, Rajgarh
Choma is a village situated in the Pachore tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pachore and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rajgarh. Choma village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Choma is 480380. The village covers a total geographical area of 771.21 hectares and falls under the 465680 pincode. Pachore is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Choma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narsinghgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Choma
According to the 2011 Census, Choma village had a total population of 1,519 people, including 739 males and 780 females, living in 322 households. The sex ratio was 1,055 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.18%, with male literacy at 71.68% and female literacy at 37.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 219, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 54.
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 | 1,519 | 739 | 780 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 251 | 114 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 219 | 103 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 30 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 687 | 448 | 239 |
| Illiterate Population | 832 | 291 | 541 |
Nearby Villages of Choma
Choma 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 Choma
Public transport in the Choma is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Choma.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Pachore to Choma is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Choma is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Choma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Choma 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Choma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Choma village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Choma
Where is Choma located?
Choma village is located in Pachore Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Choma?
Choma is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Choma?
The pincode of Choma is 465680.
What is the population of Choma?
Choma had a total population of 1,519, including 739 males and 780 females.
How many households are there in Choma?
Choma had 322 households.
What is the literacy rate in Choma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Choma was 54.18%. Male literacy was 71.68% and female literacy was 37.17%.