Chhori - Pirawa, Jhalawar
Chhori is a village situated in the Pirawa tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pirawa and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Jhalawar. Dola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhori village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhori is 105110. The village covers a total geographical area of 625.85 hectares and falls under the 326513 pincode. Pirawa is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Chhori village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jhalrapatan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhori
As per Census 2011, Chhori village has a total population of 1,056 people, consisting of 545 males and 511 females. The village has 200 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 137 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 626 literate and 430 illiterate residents. Additionally, 242 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhori are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,056 | 545 | 511 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 70 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 242 | 122 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 626 | 411 | 215 |
| Illiterate Population | 430 | 134 | 296 |
Nearby Villages of Chhori
Chhori 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Koli Khera | West | 1.83 km |
| Hemra | North-East | 2.30 km |
| Kolvi | South-West | 2.54 km |
| Hanotiya Hindusingh | North-West | 2.70 km |
| Silori | South | 3.11 km |
| Borda | West | 3.59 km |
| Dola | South-East | 3.80 km |
| Khera Nipaniya | South-West | 3.95 km |
| Nipaniya | East | 3.96 km |
| Hanotiya Raimal | North-West | 4.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chhori
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Chhori. The nearest railway station is Bhawani Mandi, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pirawa to Chhori is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Chhori is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhori
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhori village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chhori
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhori village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chhori
Where is Chhori located?
Chhori village is located in Pirawa Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhori?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhori is Dola.
What is the pincode of Chhori?
The pincode of Chhori is 326513.
What is the population of Chhori?
Chhori has a total population of 1,056, including 545 males and 511 females.
How many households are there in Chhori?
There are 200 households in Chhori.
What is the literacy rate in Chhori?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhori is 59.28%. Male literacy is 75.41% and female literacy is 42.07%.