Chaura - Batala, Gurdaspur
Chaura is a village situated in the Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batala and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Chaura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaura is 028614. The village covers a total geographical area of 114 hectares and falls under the 143506 pincode. Qadian is the nearest town.
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 Sri hargobindpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chaura
As per Census 2011, Chaura village has a total population of 1,038 people, consisting of 524 males and 514 females. The village has 212 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 120 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 676 literate and 362 illiterate residents. Additionally, 342 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chaura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,038 | 524 | 514 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 72 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 342 | 166 | 176 |
| Literate Population | 676 | 356 | 320 |
| Illiterate Population | 362 | 168 | 194 |
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
Public transport in the Chaura is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chaura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Gurdaspur to Chaura is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 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 Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaura?
Chaura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chaura?
The pincode of Chaura is 143506.
What is the population of Chaura?
Chaura has a total population of 1,038, including 524 males and 514 females.
How many households are there in Chaura?
There are 212 households in Chaura.
What is the literacy rate in Chaura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaura is 65.13%. Male literacy is 67.94% and female literacy is 62.26%.