Chaura - Harraiya, Basti
Chaura is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Khemraj Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaura is 179930. The village covers a total geographical area of 212 hectares and falls under the 272001 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Chaura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harraiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chaura
According to the 2011 Census, Chaura village had a total population of 45 people, including 22 males and 23 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 1,045 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 28.57%, with male literacy at 15.79% and female literacy at 43.75%.
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 | 45 | 22 | 23 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 19 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Chaura
Chaura 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 Chaura
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basti to Chaura is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Chaura is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Chaura
Where is Chaura located?
Chaura village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaura?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaura is Khemraj Pur.
What is the pincode of Chaura?
The pincode of Chaura is 272001.
What is the population of Chaura?
Chaura had a total population of 45, including 22 males and 23 females.
How many households are there in Chaura?
Chaura had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaura was 28.57%. Male literacy was 15.79% and female literacy was 43.75%.