Chureliya - Aklera, Jhalawar
Chureliya is a village situated in the Aklera tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aklera and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Jhalawar. Chureliya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chureliya is 104529. The village covers a total geographical area of 1285.97 hectares and falls under the 326033 pincode. Aklera is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Chureliya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manohar thana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chureliya
As per Census 2011, Chureliya village has a total population of 2,404 people, consisting of 1,229 males and 1,175 females. The village has 473 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 369 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,220 literate and 1,184 illiterate residents. Additionally, 278 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 251 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chureliya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,404 | 1,229 | 1,175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 369 | 196 | 173 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 278 | 137 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 251 | 132 | 119 |
| Literate Population | 1,220 | 784 | 436 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,184 | 445 | 739 |
Nearby Villages of Chureliya
Chureliya is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dev Kadar | South | 1.85 km |
| Pirthipura Near Chureliya | South-West | 1.93 km |
| Khejra | North-West | 1.96 km |
| Goriya Khera | North | 2.12 km |
| Kohri Goojran | South-East | 2.33 km |
| Shripura @ Dhabli | South | 2.63 km |
| Ganeshpura | North-West | 2.84 km |
| Koonjran | North-East | 2.86 km |
| Baldeopura @ Char Khera | South | 3.35 km |
| Thamari | North-West | 3.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chureliya
Chureliya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chachaura Binaganj, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.8 km.
| 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 Aklera to Chureliya is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Chureliya is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chureliya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chureliya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chureliya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chureliya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chureliya
Where is Chureliya located?
Chureliya village is located in Aklera Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chureliya?
Chureliya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chureliya?
The pincode of Chureliya is 326033.
What is the population of Chureliya?
Chureliya has a total population of 2,404, including 1,229 males and 1,175 females.
How many households are there in Chureliya?
There are 473 households in Chureliya.
What is the literacy rate in Chureliya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chureliya is 50.75%. Male literacy is 63.79% and female literacy is 37.11%.