Chaura - Semaria, Rewa
Chaura is a village situated in the Semaria tehsil of Rewa district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Semaria and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rewa. Choura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaura is 465957. The village covers a total geographical area of 188 hectares and falls under the 486446 pincode. Semaria is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chaura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rewa Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Chaura
According to the 2011 Census, Chaura village had a total population of 911 people, including 496 males and 415 females, living in 219 households. The sex ratio was 837 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.37%, with male literacy at 80.77% and female literacy at 53.19%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 291.
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 | 911 | 496 | 415 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 54 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 291 | 156 | 135 |
| Literate Population | 549 | 357 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 362 | 139 | 223 |
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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Semaria to Chaura is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rewa to Chaura 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 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chaura
Where is Chaura located?
Chaura village is located in Semaria Tehsil, Rewa district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chaura?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaura is Choura.
What is the pincode of Chaura?
The pincode of Chaura is 486446.
What is the population of Chaura?
Chaura had a total population of 911, including 496 males and 415 females.
How many households are there in Chaura?
Chaura had 219 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaura was 68.37%. Male literacy was 80.77% and female literacy was 53.19%.