Choraba - Majhauli, Sidhi
Choraba is a village situated in the Majhauli tehsil of Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Majhauli and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Sidhi. Dewai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Choraba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Choraba is 503103. The village covers a total geographical area of 469.01 hectares and falls under the 486666 pincode. Majhauli is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Choraba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Choraba
As per Census 2011, Choraba village has a total population of 1,100 people, consisting of 543 males and 557 females. The village has 197 households and a sex ratio of 1,025 females per 1,000 males. There are 213 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 574 literate and 526 illiterate residents. Additionally, 50 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 766 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Choraba are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,100 | 543 | 557 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 213 | 112 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 27 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 766 | 372 | 394 |
| Literate Population | 574 | 316 | 258 |
| Illiterate Population | 526 | 227 | 299 |
Nearby Villages of Choraba
Choraba is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dewai | South-East | 1.73 km |
| Atraila | South-East | 1.84 km |
| Lamipati | South-West | 2.12 km |
| Medra | West | 2.30 km |
| Banjari | South-West | 2.36 km |
| Mudheriya | East | 2.56 km |
| Chhuhi | North-West | 2.60 km |
| Gangei | East | 3.15 km |
| Danga | South | 3.33 km |
| Pipradh | East | 3.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Choraba
Choraba is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kanchanpur Road, while the nearest airport is Satna Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Majhauli to Choraba is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sidhi to Choraba 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 Choraba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Choraba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Choraba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Choraba 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 Choraba
Where is Choraba located?
Choraba village is located in Majhauli Tehsil, Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Choraba?
The Gram Panchayat of Choraba is Dewai.
What is the pincode of Choraba?
The pincode of Choraba is 486666.
What is the population of Choraba?
Choraba has a total population of 1,100, including 543 males and 557 females.
How many households are there in Choraba?
There are 197 households in Choraba.
What is the literacy rate in Choraba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Choraba is 52.18%. Male literacy is 58.20% and female literacy is 46.32%.