Choraha
Choraha is a village located in Machhlishahr tehsil of Jaunpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Machhlishahr (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Jaunpur. As per 2009 stats, Choraha village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Choraha unique in its vibrant Machhlishahr-Jaunpur region. You’ll see Choraha’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 Choraha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Choraha is 201296. The village spans a total geographical area of 157.59 hectares. Jaunpur is nearest town to Choraha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
As per 2019 stats, Choraha village comes under Machhlishahr assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Choraha
Population of Choraha
According to the 2011 Census, Choraha has a total population of about 1,382, with approximately 643 males and 739 females. The sex ratio is around 1149 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 190 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 481 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.02%, with male literacy at about 70.61% and female literacy near 45.20%. There are around 221 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Choraha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,382 | 643 | 739 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 83 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 481 | 238 | 243 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 788 | 454 | 334 |
| Illiterate Population | 594 | 189 | 405 |
Connectivity of Choraha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Choraha. As per the 2011 stats, Choraha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Choraha
Knowing the nearby villages of Choraha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Choraha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Choraha
- Where is Choraha located?
- Choraha village is situated in Machhlishahr Tehsil, within the Jaunpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Choraha?
- Choraha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Choraha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Choraha is 1,382, with 643 males and 739 females.
- How many households are there in Choraha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Choraha village has a total of 221 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Choraha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Choraha is 57.02%. The male literacy rate is 70.61%, while the female literacy rate is 45.20%.