Chorka Kalan - Sapotra, Karauli
Chorka Kalan is a village situated in the Sapotra tehsil of Karauli district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sapotra and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Karauli. Daulatpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chorka Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chorka Kalan is 077023. The village covers a total geographical area of 1553.95 hectares and falls under the 322218 pincode. Karauli is the nearest town, located about 73 km away.
Chorka Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sapotra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karauli-Dholpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chorka Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Chorka Kalan village had a total population of 411 people, including 232 males and 179 females, living in 93 households. The sex ratio was 772 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.49%, with male literacy at 61.34% and female literacy at 48.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 277.
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 | 411 | 232 | 179 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 38 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 277 | 154 | 123 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 192 | 119 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 219 | 113 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Chorka Kalan
Chorka Kalan 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 Chorka Kalan
Chorka Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karauli to Chorka Kalan is about 73 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chorka Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chorka Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chorka Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chorka Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chorka Kalan
Where is Chorka Kalan located?
Chorka Kalan village is located in Sapotra Tehsil, Karauli district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chorka Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Chorka Kalan is Daulatpura.
What is the pincode of Chorka Kalan?
The pincode of Chorka Kalan is 322218.
What is the population of Chorka Kalan?
Chorka Kalan had a total population of 411, including 232 males and 179 females.
How many households are there in Chorka Kalan?
Chorka Kalan had 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chorka Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chorka Kalan was 55.49%. Male literacy was 61.34% and female literacy was 48.03%.