Chora Muhan - Dharmasala, Jajpur
Chora Muhan is a village situated in the Dharmasala tehsil of Jajpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 1 km from Dharmasala and around 47 km from Jajapur . Chourmuha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chora Muhan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chora Muhan is 401172. The village covers a total geographical area of 63 hectares and falls under the 755010 pincode. Jajapur is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Chora Muhan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharmasala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jajpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chora Muhan
As per Census 2011, Chora Muhan village has a total population of 2,370 people, consisting of 1,201 males and 1,169 females. The village has 522 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 285 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,806 literate and 564 illiterate residents. Additionally, 603 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chora Muhan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,370 | 1,201 | 1,169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 285 | 145 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 603 | 302 | 301 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,806 | 983 | 823 |
| Illiterate Population | 564 | 218 | 346 |
Nearby Villages of Chora Muhan
Chora Muhan 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 Chora Muhan
Chora Muhan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chora Muhan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Jajapur to Chora Muhan is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chora Muhan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chora Muhan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Chora Muhan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chora Muhan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chora Muhan
Where is Chora Muhan located?
Chora Muhan village is located in Dharmasala Tehsil, Jajpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chora Muhan?
The Gram Panchayat of Chora Muhan is Chourmuha.
What is the pincode of Chora Muhan?
The pincode of Chora Muhan is 755010.
What is the population of Chora Muhan?
Chora Muhan has a total population of 2,370, including 1,201 males and 1,169 females.
How many households are there in Chora Muhan?
There are 522 households in Chora Muhan.
What is the literacy rate in Chora Muhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chora Muhan is 76.20%. Male literacy is 81.85% and female literacy is 70.40%.