Choura - Lamgada, Almora
Choura is a village situated in the Lamgada tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 42 km from Jainti and around 71 km from Almora. Dotha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Choura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Choura is 053416. The village covers a total geographical area of 35.45 hectares and falls under the 263625 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 71 km away.
Choura 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 Jageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Choura
According to the 2011 Census, Choura village had a total population of 71 people, including 31 males and 40 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 1,290 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.19%, with male literacy at 92.86% and female literacy at 62.86%.
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 | 71 | 31 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 48 | 26 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 5 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Choura
Choura is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Choura
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Choura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Choura is about 71 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Choura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Choura 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Choura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Choura 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 Choura
Where is Choura located?
Choura village is located in Lamgada Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Choura?
The Gram Panchayat of Choura is Dotha.
What is the pincode of Choura?
The pincode of Choura is 263625.
What is the population of Choura?
Choura had a total population of 71, including 31 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Choura?
Choura had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Choura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Choura was 76.19%. Male literacy was 92.86% and female literacy was 62.86%.