Chaura
Chaura is a village located in Chauri Chaura tehsil of Gorakhpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Chauri Chaura (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Gorakhpur. As per 2009 stats, Chaura village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chaura unique in its vibrant Chauri Chaura-Gorakhpur region. You’ll see Chaura’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chaura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chaura is 185991. The village spans a total geographical area of 112.29 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 273201. Chauri Chaura is nearest town to Chaura village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Chaura
Population of Chaura
According to the 2011 Census, Chaura has a total population of about 4,182, with approximately 2,158 males and 2,024 females. The sex ratio is around 937 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 563 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 442 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 15. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.16%, with male literacy at about 66.91% and female literacy near 50.89%. There are around 714 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chaura's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,182 | 2,158 | 2,024 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 563 | 302 | 261 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 442 | 226 | 216 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 12 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,474 | 1,444 | 1,030 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,708 | 714 | 994 |
Connectivity of Chaura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chaura. As per the 2011 stats, Chaura had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Chaura
Knowing the nearby villages of Chaura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chaura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chaura
- Where is Chaura located?
- Chaura village is situated in Chauri Chaura Tehsil, within the Gorakhpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chaura?
- Chaura serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chaura?
- The pincode of Chaura is 273201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chaura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chaura is 4,182, with 2,158 males and 2,024 females.
- How many households are there in Chaura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chaura village has a total of 714 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chaura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chaura is 59.16%. The male literacy rate is 66.91%, while the female literacy rate is 50.89%.