Chorha - Pali, Umaria
Chorha is a village situated in the Pali tehsil of Umaria district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pali and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Umaria. Khickidhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chorha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chorha is 468075. The village covers a total geographical area of 582.44 hectares and falls under the 484001 pincode. Shahdol is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Chorha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chorha
According to the 2011 Census, Chorha village had a total population of 318 people, including 160 males and 158 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.54%, with male literacy at 81.02% and female literacy at 53.44%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 312.
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 | 318 | 160 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 23 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 312 | 156 | 156 |
| Literate Population | 181 | 111 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 137 | 49 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Chorha
Chorha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chechpur | West | 4.00 km |
| Patpariha | South-West | 4.07 km |
| Bagdari | West | 4.99 km |
| Neusi | North-West | 5.45 km |
| Baradadhar | South-East | 6.41 km |
| Kathai | South | 6.73 km |
| Gajwahi | South-East | 6.83 km |
| Kelhari | North | 6.88 km |
| Karkat | North-East | 6.91 km |
| Khamha | South | 7.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chorha
Chorha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ghunghuti, while the nearest airport is Satna Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahdol to Chorha is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Umaria to Chorha is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chorha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chorha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chorha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chorha 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 Chorha
Where is Chorha located?
Chorha village is located in Pali Tehsil, Umaria district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chorha?
The Gram Panchayat of Chorha is Khickidhi.
What is the pincode of Chorha?
The pincode of Chorha is 484001.
What is the population of Chorha?
Chorha had a total population of 318, including 160 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Chorha?
Chorha had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chorha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chorha was 67.54%. Male literacy was 81.02% and female literacy was 53.44%.