Chore - Karad, Satara
Chore is a village situated in the Karad tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 47 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karad and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Chore village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chore is 564474. The village covers a total geographical area of 809 hectares and falls under the 415109 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Chore village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karad North Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chore
As per Census 2011, Chore village has a total population of 2,181 people, consisting of 1,127 males and 1,054 females. The village has 498 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 196 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,679 literate and 502 illiterate residents. Additionally, 440 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chore are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,181 | 1,127 | 1,054 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 196 | 112 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 440 | 236 | 204 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,679 | 921 | 758 |
| Illiterate Population | 502 | 206 | 296 |
Nearby Villages of Chore
Chore 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Marali | North-West | 2.19 km |
| Koriwale | South-East | 2.35 km |
| Vadgaon Umbraj | North-East | 2.98 km |
| Mathanewadi | South | 3.10 km |
| Jalagewadi | South-West | 3.12 km |
| Chorajwadi | West | 3.68 km |
| Indoli | East | 3.78 km |
| Dhavarwadi | North-West | 4.20 km |
| Sabalwadi | South-East | 4.20 km |
| Pal | North | 4.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chore
Chore is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Masur, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Karad to Chore is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Chore is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chore
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chore village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chore
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chore village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chore
Where is Chore located?
Chore village is located in Karad Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chore?
Chore is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chore?
The pincode of Chore is 415109.
What is the population of Chore?
Chore has a total population of 2,181, including 1,127 males and 1,054 females.
How many households are there in Chore?
There are 498 households in Chore.
What is the literacy rate in Chore?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chore is 76.98%. Male literacy is 81.72% and female literacy is 71.92%.