Choure - Jaisinghpur, Sultanpur
Choure is a village situated in the Jaisinghpur tehsil of Sultanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jaisinghpur and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Sultanpur. Chourey serves as the Gram Panchayat for Choure village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Choure is 170137. The village covers a total geographical area of 83.19 hectares and falls under the 222303 pincode. Sultanpur is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Choure village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sadar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sultanpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Choure
According to the 2011 Census, Choure village had a total population of 1,145 people, including 566 males and 579 females, living in 185 households. The sex ratio was 1,023 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.60%, with male literacy at 79.30% and female literacy at 45.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 93.
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 | 1,145 | 566 | 579 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 83 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 41 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 601 | 383 | 218 |
| Illiterate Population | 544 | 183 | 361 |
Nearby Villages of Choure
Choure 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bharsare | South-West | 0.82 km |
| Saray Naurang | North-West | 0.94 km |
| Gouhaniyan | West | 1.40 km |
| Bhawanipur | South | 1.57 km |
| Bhairopur | South-West | 1.62 km |
| Khojapur Upati | North | 1.75 km |
| Rupinpur | South-West | 1.77 km |
| Raychandpur | North-West | 1.91 km |
| Byaspur | North-East | 2.12 km |
| Birsinghpur | North-West | 2.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Choure
Choure is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Katahri, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sultanpur to Choure is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Choure
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Choure village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Choure
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Choure village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Choure
Where is Choure located?
Choure village is located in Jaisinghpur Tehsil, Sultanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Choure?
The Gram Panchayat of Choure is Chourey.
What is the pincode of Choure?
The pincode of Choure is 222303.
What is the population of Choure?
Choure had a total population of 1,145, including 566 males and 579 females.
How many households are there in Choure?
Choure had 185 households.
What is the literacy rate in Choure?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Choure was 62.60%. Male literacy was 79.30% and female literacy was 45.70%.