Churha Kalan - Powayan, Shahjahanpur
Churha Kalan is a village situated in the Powayan tehsil of Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Powayan and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Shahjahanpur. Bilandpur Sundarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Churha Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Churha Kalan is 132675. The village covers a total geographical area of 148.49 hectares and falls under the 242042 pincode. Shahjahanpur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Churha Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Powayan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahjahanpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Churha Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Churha Kalan village had a total population of 100 people, including 53 males and 47 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 887 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.12%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 40.00%.
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 | 100 | 53 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 46 | 30 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 23 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Churha Kalan
Churha Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sunasar | South-West | 1.37 km |
| Bilandpur | East | 1.96 km |
| Sunderpur | North-East | 2.03 km |
| Dadiuri | West | 2.29 km |
| Rampur J. Daulatpur | South-West | 2.39 km |
| Indalpur | North-West | 3.08 km |
| Sardarpur | South-West | 3.27 km |
| Barahara Udaipur | South | 3.36 km |
| Diuras | North-East | 3.47 km |
| Rampuria | North-East | 3.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Churha Kalan
Churha Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sehramau, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahjahanpur to Churha Kalan is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shahjahanpur to Churha Kalan is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Churha Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Churha Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Churha Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Churha Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Churha Kalan
Where is Churha Kalan located?
Churha Kalan village is located in Powayan Tehsil, Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Churha Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Churha Kalan is Bilandpur Sundarpur.
What is the pincode of Churha Kalan?
The pincode of Churha Kalan is 242042.
What is the population of Churha Kalan?
Churha Kalan had a total population of 100, including 53 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Churha Kalan?
Churha Kalan had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Churha Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Churha Kalan was 54.12%. Male literacy was 66.67% and female literacy was 40.00%.