Choura

Choura is a village located in Dera Baba Nanak tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Dera Baba Nanak (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Chaura is the gram panchayat of Choura village.

Choura has its own place in the vibrant Gurdaspur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Choura

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Choura is 028919. The village spans a total geographical area of 222 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143511. Dera Baba Nanak is nearest town to Choura village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Choura

Below is a concise population overview of Choura as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 538 296 242
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 57 40 17
Scheduled Castes (SC) 32 16 16
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 375 202 173
Illiterate Population 163 94 69

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Choura village:

  • The total population of Choura village is around 538, including approximately 296 males and 242 females, with a sex ratio of 817 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 57 children aged 0–6 years in Choura village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Choura village has 32 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Choura village is about 69.70%, with male literacy at 68.24% and female literacy at 71.49%.
  • There are around 90 households in Choura village.

Connectivity of Choura

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Choura. As per the 2011 stats, Choura had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Choura

Knowing the nearby villages of Choura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Choura.

Dharowali Haveli Kalan Haveli Khurd Ghuman Behlolpur Tapala Talwandi Goraya Samrai Qadian Gujjran Shahpur Goraya Mera Ransinke

Frequently Asked Questions about Choura

Where is Choura located?
Choura village is situated in Dera Baba Nanak Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Choura?
The Gram Panchayat of Choura is Chaura (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Choura?
The pincode of Choura is 143511, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Choura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Choura is 538, with 296 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Choura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Choura village has a total of 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Choura as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Choura is 69.70%. The male literacy rate is 68.24%, while the female literacy rate is 71.49%.