Choura - Sanchore, Jalore
Choura is a village situated in the Sanchore tehsil of Jalore district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 25 km from Sanchore and around 120 km from Jalor. Choura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Choura is 089677. The village covers a total geographical area of 2727.49 hectares and falls under the 343041 pincode. Sanchore is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Choura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sanchore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Choura
According to the 2011 Census, Choura village had a total population of 6,396 people, including 3,356 males and 3,040 females, living in 1,184 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.92%, with male literacy at 76.76% and female literacy at 41.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,218, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 138.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,396 | 3,356 | 3,040 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,191 | 645 | 546 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,218 | 635 | 583 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 138 | 73 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 3,119 | 2,081 | 1,038 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,277 | 1,275 | 2,002 |
Nearby Villages of Choura
Choura 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 Choura
Choura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sanchore to Choura is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalor to Choura is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Choura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Choura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Choura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Choura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Choura
Where is Choura located?
Choura village is located in Sanchore Tehsil, Jalore district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Choura?
Choura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Choura?
The pincode of Choura is 343041.
What is the population of Choura?
Choura had a total population of 6,396, including 3,356 males and 3,040 females.
How many households are there in Choura?
Choura had 1,184 households.
What is the literacy rate in Choura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Choura was 59.92%. Male literacy was 76.76% and female literacy was 41.62%.