Chaura
Chaura is a village located in Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Batala (tehsildar office) and 51km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Chaura village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chaura unique in its vibrant Batala-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Chaura’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chaura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chaura is 028614. The village spans a total geographical area of 114 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143505. Qadian is nearest town to Chaura village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Chaura
Population of Chaura
According to the 2011 Census, Chaura has a total population of about 1,038, with approximately 524 males and 514 females. The sex ratio is around 980 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 120 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 342 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.13%, with male literacy at about 67.94% and female literacy near 62.26%. There are around 212 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chaura's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,038 | 524 | 514 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 72 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 342 | 166 | 176 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 676 | 356 | 320 |
| Illiterate Population | 362 | 168 | 194 |
Connectivity of Chaura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chaura. As per the 2011 stats, Chaura had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chaura
Knowing the nearby villages of Chaura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chaura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chaura
- Where is Chaura located?
- Chaura village is situated in Batala Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chaura?
- Chaura serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chaura?
- The pincode of Chaura is 143505, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chaura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chaura is 1,038, with 524 males and 514 females.
- How many households are there in Chaura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chaura village has a total of 212 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chaura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chaura is 65.13%. The male literacy rate is 67.94%, while the female literacy rate is 62.26%.