Chora - Dwarahat, Almora
Chora is a village situated in the Dwarahat tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dwarahat and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Talli Mirai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chora is 052689. The village covers a total geographical area of 19.96 hectares and falls under the 263653 pincode. Dwarahat is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Chora 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 Dwarahat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chora
According to the 2011 Census, Chora village had a total population of 57 people, including 32 males and 25 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 781 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 98.11%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 96.00%.
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 | 57 | 32 | 25 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 52 | 28 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 5 | 4 | 1 |
Nearby Villages of Chora
Chora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khari | South-West | 1.00 km |
| Bayela | North-West | 1.25 km |
| Salal Khola | East | 1.42 km |
| Talli Mirai | South-West | 1.49 km |
| Jamar | South-East | 1.54 km |
| Faldwari | West | 1.86 km |
| Narh | North-West | 2.16 km |
| Dhyari | East | 2.18 km |
| Rana | South-West | 2.37 km |
| Bunga | South-East | 2.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chora
Chora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ramnagar, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.0 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 Dwarahat to Chora is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Chora is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chora 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 Chora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chora 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chora
Where is Chora located?
Chora village is located in Dwarahat Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chora?
The Gram Panchayat of Chora is Talli Mirai.
What is the pincode of Chora?
The pincode of Chora is 263653.
What is the population of Chora?
Chora had a total population of 57, including 32 males and 25 females.
How many households are there in Chora?
Chora had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chora was 98.11%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 96.00%.