Choru - Aligarh, Tonk
Choru is a village situated in the Aligarh tehsil of Tonk district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 20 km from Uniara and around 54 km from Tonk. Choru village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Choru is 093604. The village covers a total geographical area of 1610.28 hectares and falls under the 304023 pincode. Uniara is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Choru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoli - uniara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tonk-Sawai Madhopur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Choru
As per Census 2011, Choru village has a total population of 3,737 people, consisting of 1,926 males and 1,811 females. The village has 690 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 568 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,885 literate and 1,852 illiterate residents. Additionally, 930 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 622 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Choru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,737 | 1,926 | 1,811 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 568 | 300 | 268 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 930 | 481 | 449 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 622 | 331 | 291 |
| Literate Population | 1,885 | 1,284 | 601 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,852 | 642 | 1,210 |
Nearby Villages of Choru
Choru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Molvinagar | North | 2.60 km |
| Saddik Nagar | South | 2.64 km |
| Saheedabad | West | 2.75 km |
| Rahman Nagar | North-West | 2.80 km |
| Lasadiya | North-East | 3.21 km |
| Ateekpura | South-East | 3.25 km |
| Solatpura | South-West | 3.86 km |
| Amenpura | North | 4.11 km |
| Mandawara | South | 4.31 km |
| Alinagar | West | 4.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Choru
Choru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chauth Ka Barwara, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uniara to Choru is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tonk to Choru is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Choru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Choru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Choru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Choru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Choru
Where is Choru located?
Choru village is located in Aligarh Tehsil, Tonk district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Choru?
Choru is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Choru?
The pincode of Choru is 304023.
What is the population of Choru?
Choru has a total population of 3,737, including 1,926 males and 1,811 females.
How many households are there in Choru?
There are 690 households in Choru.
What is the literacy rate in Choru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Choru is 50.44%. Male literacy is 66.67% and female literacy is 33.19%.