Churia - Salempur, Deoria
Churia is a village situated in the Salempur tehsil of Deoria district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Salempur and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Deoria. Churia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Churia is 191598. The village covers a total geographical area of 623.91 hectares and falls under the 274304 pincode.
Churia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Salempur Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Churia
As per Census 2011, Churia village has a total population of 6,072 people, consisting of 2,972 males and 3,100 females. The village has 931 households and a sex ratio of 1,043 females per 1,000 males. There are 938 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,319 literate and 2,753 illiterate residents. Additionally, 893 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 149 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Churia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,072 | 2,972 | 3,100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 938 | 476 | 462 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 893 | 455 | 438 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 149 | 74 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 3,319 | 1,908 | 1,411 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,753 | 1,064 | 1,689 |
Nearby Villages of Churia
Churia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manakpur | North-East | 0.88 km |
| Karcho | North-West | 1.08 km |
| Nadouli | West | 1.23 km |
| Sirkarpur | North | 1.56 km |
| Goharua | North-East | 1.73 km |
| Hata | North-West | 2.03 km |
| Balua | South-East | 2.09 km |
| Meharouna | North-West | 2.51 km |
| Sarea | North-East | 2.55 km |
| Khemadei | North-West | 2.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Churia
Churia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Lar Road, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Deoria to Churia is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Churia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Churia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Churia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Churia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Churia
Where is Churia located?
Churia village is located in Salempur Tehsil, Deoria district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Churia?
Churia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Churia?
The pincode of Churia is 274304.
What is the population of Churia?
Churia has a total population of 6,072, including 2,972 males and 3,100 females.
How many households are there in Churia?
There are 931 households in Churia.
What is the literacy rate in Churia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Churia is 54.66%. Male literacy is 64.20% and female literacy is 45.52%.