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.
Here you can discover what makes Choura unique in its vibrant Dera Baba Nanak-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Choura’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 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.
Google Map of Choura
Population of Choura
According to the 2011 Census, Choura has a total population of about 538, with approximately 296 males and 242 females. The sex ratio is around 817 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 57 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 32 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 69.70%, with male literacy at about 68.24% and female literacy near 71.49%. There are around 90 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Choura's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.